Mississippi Fried Catfish Recipe
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Ingredients
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Catfish Preparation
Breading
Frying
Method
Catfish Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Catfish
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk and hot sauce. Add the catfish fillets, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
Breading
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a shallow dish, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. This will create the breading mixture for the catfish.
Frying
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the heat by dropping a small amount of the breading mixture into the oil; it should sizzle immediately.
- 4
Bread the Catfish
Remove the catfish fillets from the buttermilk marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Dredge each fillet in the breading mixture, pressing gently to ensure it adheres well.
- 5
Fry the Catfish
Carefully place the breaded catfish fillets in the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 5-7 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fillets and drain on paper towels.