Catfish Recipe
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Ingredients
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Catfish Fillets
Breading Mixture
Garnish
Method
Preparation of Catfish
- 1
Season the Catfish
Rinse the catfish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season both sides of the fillets with salt, black pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Drizzle lemon juice over the fillets and set aside to marinate for about 15 minutes.
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a shallow bowl, combine cornmeal, all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix well until all dry ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Cooking the Catfish
- 3
Bread the Fillets
Take each marinated catfish fillet and dredge it in the breading mixture, ensuring it is fully coated. Shake off any excess breading and set aside on a plate.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 5
Fry the Catfish
Carefully add the breaded catfish fillets to the hot oil in the skillet. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
- 6
Drain Excess Oil
Once cooked, remove the catfish fillets from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serving
- 7
Plate and Garnish
Serve the fried catfish fillets hot, garnished with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.