Southern Fried Catfish Sandwich Recipe
Golden brown fried catfish served on a toasted bun, with creamy tartar sauce, cool crisp marinated slaw and pickles
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Ingredients
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For the Southern Fried Catfish Sandwich
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Catfish
In a bowl, soak the catfish fillets in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes to tenderize and flavor the fish.
- 2
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Coat the Catfish
Remove the catfish fillets from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each fillet in the cornmeal mixture, coating well.
- 5
Fry the Catfish
Carefully place the coated fillets into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Assemble the Sandwich
On each toasted bun, place a fried catfish fillet, a generous amount of marinated slaw, and a few pickles.
- 7
Serve
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your Southern Fried Catfish Sandwich!
