Catfish Nuggets Recipe
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Ingredients
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Catfish preparation and seasoning
Dredging and frying
Method
Catfish preparation
Pat the catfish nuggets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
In a large bowl, combine catfish with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, and lemon juice. Toss to coat evenly and let marinate for 10 minutes.
Breading and frying
In a shallow dish, whisk the eggs with the milk to make an egg wash.
In a separate shallow dish, mix the flour and cornmeal with a pinch of salt.
Heat the oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350-365°F (175-185°C).
Dredge each catfish nugget in the flour-cornmeal mixture, pressing to adhere.
Fry the nuggets in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Monitor temperature to maintain a crisp coating.
Drain on paper towels and serve hot with lemon wedges or your favorite dipping sauce.