Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCrawdad HoleFried Catfish Recipe

Fried Catfish Recipe

Inspired by Crawdad Hole
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Golden fried catfish served with coleslaw and fries.

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Ingredients

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Fried Catfish

Method

Fried Catfish

  1. 1

    Prepare the Catfish

    Soak the catfish fillets in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

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

  3. 3

    Coat the Catfish

    Remove catfish from buttermilk and let excess drip off. Dredge the catfish in the cornmeal mixture until well-coated.

  4. 4

    Heat Oil

    In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 350°F (175°C).

  5. 5

    Fry the Catfish

    Carefully add the coated catfish to the hot oil. Fry for about 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.

Coleslaw

  1. 6

    Prepare Vegetables

    In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage and shredded carrot.

  2. 7

    Make Dressing

    In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 8

    Combine and Toss

    Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture. Toss until well combined. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Fries

  1. 9

    Prepare Potatoes

    Cut potatoes into fry shapes and soak them in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.

  2. 10

    Heat Oil for Frying

    In a large pot or deep fryer, heat oil to 350°F (175°C).

  3. 11

    Fry the Potatoes

    Carefully add the soaked and drained fries to the hot oil. Fry for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt.

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