Catfish And Fries Recipe
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Ingredients
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For the Catfish
For the Fries
Method
Preparing the Catfish
- 1
Marinate the Catfish
In a large bowl, immerse the catfish fillets in buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to tenderize and flavor the fish.
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In a separate bowl, combine cornmeal, all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure an even distribution of spices.
- 3
Coat the Catfish
Remove the catfish fillets from the buttermilk, allowing excess liquid to drip off. Dredge each fillet in the cornmeal mixture until fully coated. Set aside on a plate.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Catfish
Carefully place the coated catfish fillets in the hot oil. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
Preparing the Fries
- 6
Cut the Potatoes
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into thick strips to form fries.
- 7
Soak the Fries
Place the cut fries in a bowl of cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch. This helps them become crispier when cooked.
- 8
Dry the Fries
After soaking, drain the fries and pat them dry with paper towels to remove any moisture.
- 9
Heat the Oil for Fries
In a separate large skillet or deep fryer, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 10
Fry the Fries
Carefully add the dried potato strips to the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 4-6 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels. Season with salt to taste.