Crispy Fried Catfish Recipe
Hand battered and served over shrimp and andouille creole sauce with our Lowcountry cornbread
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Ingredients
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Crispy Fried Catfish
Method
Preparation and Cooking
- 1
Prepare the Breading
In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
- 2
Prepare the Catfish
Dip each catfish fillet into the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Then, dredge it in the flour-cornmeal mixture, coating it evenly.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Fry the Catfish
Carefully add the battered catfish fillets to the hot oil. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- 5
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried catfish from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot over shrimp and andouille creole sauce alongside Lowcountry cornbread.
