Fried Catfish & Grits Recipe
Enjoy crispy fried catfish served alongside creamy, buttery grits for a comforting Southern classic.
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Ingredients
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Fried Catfish Ingredients
Method
Fried Catfish Directions
- 1
Prepare the Catfish
Soak the catfish fillets in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a shallow dish, combine cornmeal, flour, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Coat the Catfish
Remove catfish from buttermilk and dredge each fillet in the cornmeal mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.
- 5
Fry the Catfish
Fry the catfish fillets for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
