Fried Catfish - Lunch Recipe
Enjoy our smaller lunch portions Monday - Friday, before 3pm! Three juicy filets of Catfish, marinated in our Mr. & Mrs. Crab Special Seasoning, hand battered and deep fried until golden brown. Served with cocktail and tartar sauce, with a choice of side.
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Ingredients
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Fish and Marinade
Batter
Frying
Sauces and Sides
Method
Marinating the Fish
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, mix the Mr. & Mrs. Crab Special Seasoning with lemon juice. Make sure the seasoning is well combined.
- 2
Marinate the Catfish
Coat the catfish filets in the marinade. Cover and let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Preparing the Batter
- 3
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.
- 4
Prepare the Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk the egg and buttermilk together until smooth.
- 5
Combine the Batter
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until you achieve a smooth batter.
Frying the Fish
- 6
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Batter the Catfish
Remove the marinated catfish from the refrigerator. Dip each filet into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
- 8
Fry the Catfish
Carefully place the battered catfish filets in the hot oil. Fry for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Work in batches if necessary.
- 9
Drain the Fish
Once cooked, remove the catfish from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serving
- 10
Prepare the Plate
Serve the fried catfish with cocktail and tartar sauce on the side. Include a choice of side such as fries or coleslaw.
- 11
Enjoy!
Your delicious fried catfish is ready to be enjoyed. Serve hot and savor the flavors!
