Fried Catfish Mon Dieu Recipe
Make Fried Catfish Mon Dieu Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Fish Preparation
Breading Mixture
Frying
Garnish
Method
Fish Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Catfish
In a large bowl, combine buttermilk and hot sauce. Add catfish fillets, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
- 2
Season the Fish
After marinating, remove catfish from the buttermilk mixture. Sprinkle salt and black pepper on both sides of the fillets.
Breading Mixture
- 3
Prepare the Breading
In a shallow dish, combine cornmeal, all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- 4
Dredge the Catfish
Dredge each catfish fillet in the breading mixture, pressing lightly to adhere. Shake off excess breading and set aside.
Frying
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). To test if the oil is ready, drop a small amount of the breading mixture into the oil; if it sizzles, it's ready.
- 6
Garnish
- 7
Serve
Plate the fried catfish and garnish with lemon wedges and fresh parsley. Serve hot with your favorite side dishes.