Catfish Planks Or Sandwich Recipe
Cornmeal breaded catfish deep fried till golden brown, optionally served on a bun, with homemade tartar sauce.
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Ingredients
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Catfish Planks
Homemade Tartar Sauce
Optional Sandwich Assembly
Method
Prep and Marinate Catfish
- 1
Marinate the Catfish
In a bowl, combine the buttermilk and egg. Whisk together. Add the catfish fillets to the mixture and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Prepare the Coating
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a shallow dish, combine the cornmeal, flour, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Fry the Catfish
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Coat the Catfish
Remove the catfish fillets from the buttermilk mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each fillet in the cornmeal mixture, ensuring even coating.
- 5
Fry the Catfish
Carefully place the coated catfish fillets in the hot oil. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Make Tartar Sauce
- 6
Mix Tartar Sauce Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chopped dill pickles, capers, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Assemble Sandwich (Optional)
- 7
Prepare the Buns
If using, slice the hamburger buns in half. Layer with leafy lettuce, a slice of tomato, and top with the fried catfish fillet. Add a generous dollop of tartar sauce on top and close the sandwich.
