Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCharred Oak Kitchen + BarCatfish With 2 Sides Recipe

Catfish With 2 Sides Recipe

Time45m
Serves2

Two fried catfish fillets. served with two sides

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Catfish

    Soak the catfish fillets in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes to tenderize and flavor the fish.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a shallow dish, combine cornmeal, all-purpose flour, cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Coat the Fillets

    Remove catfish from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge the fillets in the cornmeal mixture, ensuring they are well coated.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it's hot but not smoking.

  5. 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.

  6. 6

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the fried catfish from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve with your choice of two sides.

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