Catfish Recipe
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Ingredients
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Catfish Fillets
Frying Oil
Tartar Sauce (optional)
Method
Preparation of Catfish
- 1
Prepare the Catfish
Rinse the catfish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- 2
Set up Breading Station
In a shallow bowl, place the cornmeal. In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour with a pinch of salt. In a third bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
Cooking
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
- 5
Fry the Catfish
Carefully place the breaded catfish fillets into the hot oil. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fillets and drain on paper towels.
Tartar Sauce (Optional)
- 6
Make Tartar Sauce
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chopped pickles, and lemon juice. Mix well and set aside.