Catfish Recipe
Make Catfish Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning
For Frying
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Catfish
Rinse the catfish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. This will help remove any excess moisture and ensure a crispy coating.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In a shallow dish, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk until well blended.
Breading
- 3
Frying
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. You can test if the oil is hot enough by dropping a small bit of the cornmeal mixture into the oil; if it sizzles, it's ready.
- 5
Fry the Catfish
Carefully place the breaded catfish fillets in the hot oil, cooking them in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spatula to flip the fillets gently.
- 6
Drain the Fillets
Once cooked, transfer the catfish fillets to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serving
- 7
Serve the Catfish
Serve the fried catfish hot, garnished with lemon wedges and your choice of dipping sauce. Enjoy!
