Catfish Recipe
Includes fries or sweet potato fries and a soft drink.
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Ingredients
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Catfish
Fries
Sweet Potato Fries
Soft Drink
Method
Catfish Preparation
- 1
Marinate Catfish
In a bowl, combine buttermilk and egg, whisking until smooth. Submerge catfish fillets in the buttermilk mixture and let marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- 2
Prepare Breading
In a separate bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. This will be your breading mixture.
- 3
Bread the Catfish
Remove catfish from the buttermilk and allow excess to drip off. Dredge each fillet in the breading mixture, making sure to coat evenly. Set aside.
- 4
Fry the Catfish
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded catfish fillets. Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and let drain on paper towels.
Fries Preparation
- 5
Cut Potatoes
Wash and cut potatoes into fry shapes. You can peel them if you prefer, but leaving the skin on adds extra flavor.
- 6
Fry Potatoes
In another pot, heat vegetable oil for frying. Once hot, carefully add the potato fries. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and let drain on paper towels. Season with salt to taste.
Sweet Potato Fries Preparation
- 7
Cut Sweet Potatoes
Wash and cut sweet potatoes into fry shapes.
- 8
Season and Bake
In a bowl, toss sweet potato fries with olive oil, salt, and paprika. Spread evenly on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy.
Serve
- 9
Plate the Dish
Serve the fried catfish hot along with fries or sweet potato fries. Include a can of your favorite soft drink on the side.