RestaurantsEstelle Southern TableFried Catfish Filet Recipe

Fried Catfish Filet Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Tartare sauce, truffle fries

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Ingredients

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For the Fried Catfish Filet

Method

Fried Catfish Filet Preparation

1

Marinate the Catfish

In a large bowl, soak the catfish filets in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.

2

Prepare the Coating

In a separate bowl, mix together cornmeal, flour, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

3

Coat the Fish

Remove the catfish from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each filet in the cornmeal mixture, coating well.

4

Fry the Catfish

In a large frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the catfish filets for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Tartare Sauce Preparation

5

Mix the Ingredients

In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, dill pickles, capers, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate until serving.

Truffle Fries Preparation

6

Prepare the Fries

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the cut potatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 30-35 minutes until crispy.

7

Finish with Truffle Oil

Once baked, toss the fries with truffle oil and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve hot.