Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLil RaysCatfish Platter (u.s. Farm Raised) Recipe

Catfish Platter (u.s. Farm Raised) Recipe

Inspired by Lil Rays
Time45m
Serves4

Make Catfish Platter (u.s. Farm Raised) Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Frying Ingredients

Serving Suggestions

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Catfish

    Rinse the catfish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Cut the fillets into serving-sized pieces, if desired.

  2. 2

    Make the Breading

    In a shallow bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Egg Wash

    In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  2. 5

    Bread the Catfish

    Dip each catfish piece into the egg wash, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in the cornmeal mixture, coating well.

  3. 6

    Fry the Catfish

    Carefully place the breaded catfish pieces into the hot oil. Fry in batches for about 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and drain on paper towels.

Serving

  1. 7

    Plate the Catfish

    Arrange the fried catfish on a serving platter. Serve with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, and coleslaw on the side.

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