Fried Seafood Platter Recipe
oysters, shrimp, catfish & fries w/ marinara & tartar sauce
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Ingredients
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Method
Preparation and Cooking
- 1
Prepare the Seafood
Rinse the oysters, shrimp, and catfish fillets under cold water. Pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cornmeal, cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, pour the buttermilk.
- 3
Coat the Seafood
Dip each piece of seafood into the buttermilk, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring even coating.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Seafood
Carefully add the coated oysters, shrimp, and catfish to the hot oil. Fry in batches until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes for shrimp and oysters, and 4-5 minutes for catfish).
- 6
Cook the Fries
In the same oil, fry the french fries according to package instructions or until crispy and golden.
- 7
Serve
Remove the seafood and fries from the oil, drain on paper towels, and serve hot with marinara and tartar sauce.


