Country Fried Catfish (u.s. Farm Raised) House-made Mac & Cheese, Green Beans Recipe
Make Country Fried Catfish (u.s. Farm Raised) House-made Mac & Cheese, Green Beans Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Country Fried Catfish
House-Made Mac & Cheese
Green Beans
Method
Country Fried Catfish
- 1
Prepare the Catfish
Soak the catfish fillets in buttermilk for at least 1 hour to tenderize and flavor the fish.
- 2
Mix the Coating
In a bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Coat the Fillets
Remove the catfish from the buttermilk and allow excess to drip off. Dredge the fillets in the cornmeal mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
- 4
Fry the Catfish
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully place the coated catfish fillets in the oil. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
House-Made Mac & Cheese
- 5
Cook the Macaroni
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 6
- 7
Combine and Serve
Add cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce, mixing until well combined. Serve warm.
Green Beans
- 8
Prepare the Green Beans
Trim the ends off the fresh green beans and rinse them under cold water.
- 9
Sauté the Green Beans
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the green beans, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the beans are tender but still crisp.
