Whole Catfish Recipe
Served with french fries, slaw & vegetable
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
For French Fries
For Slaw
For Vegetables
Method
Preparing the Catfish
- 1
Clean the Catfish
Thoroughly clean the whole catfish under cold running water. Remove any scales and guts if not already done by the fishmonger.
- 2
Season the Catfish
Rub the catfish with salt and black pepper both inside and out. Let it marinate for about 15 minutes.
- 3
Coat the Catfish
Dredge the seasoned catfish in cornmeal, ensuring an even coating on all sides.
- 4
Fry the Catfish
In a deep frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully place the catfish in the oil and fry for approximately 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
Making French Fries
- 5
Prepare the Potatoes
Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut them into thick strips to form fries.
- 6
Fry the Potatoes
In a separate frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the potato strips and fry for about 5-6 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels, then sprinkle with salt.
Preparing the Slaw
- 7
Chop the Vegetables
Finely shred the green cabbage and carrots.
- 8
Mix the Slaw
In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, carrots, mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to combine and let sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
