Fried Or Grilled Catfish Recipe
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Ingredients
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Catfish Preparation
Breading Mixture
Cooking
Method
Preparation of Catfish
- 1
Marinate the Catfish
In a large bowl, mix together buttermilk and hot sauce. Submerge the catfish fillets in the mixture, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best results).
Breading the Catfish
- 2
Prepare the Breading Mixture
In a separate shallow dish, combine cornmeal, flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- 3
Bread the Catfish
Once the catfish fillets have marinated, remove them from the buttermilk mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each fillet in the breading mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the coating adheres. Set aside on a plate.
Cooking the Catfish
- 4
Fry the Catfish
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot (about 350°F or 175°C). Carefully place the breaded catfish fillets in the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
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