Fried Catfish Recipe
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Ingredients
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Fish Preparation
Breading Mixture
Frying
Method
Fish Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Catfish
In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine. Add the catfish fillets to the mixture, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to marinate.
Breading Mixture
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a separate bowl, mix together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and extra salt. Stir until evenly combined.
Frying
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small amount of the breading mixture in; if it sizzles, the oil is ready.
- 4
Coat the Catfish
Remove the marinated catfish from the refrigerator. Take each fillet and let the excess buttermilk drip off, then dredge it in the breading mixture, ensuring an even coating.
- 5
Fry the Catfish
Carefully place the coated catfish fillets into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried catfish from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your choice of sides.
