Crispy Catfish Recipe
served with waffle fries
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Ingredients
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Catfish Preparation
Waffle Fries
Method
Catfish Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Catfish
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk and hot sauce. Add the catfish fillets to the mixture, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In another bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- 3
Coat the Catfish
Remove the catfish from the buttermilk marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each fillet in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large frying pan or deep fryer, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Catfish
Carefully place the coated catfish fillets in the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary. Fry for 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried catfish to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Waffle Fries Preparation
- 6
Cook the Waffle Fries
Preheat your oven according to the package instructions for the waffle fries. Spread the frozen waffle fries on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake according to the package instructions, usually around 20-25 minutes.
- 7
Season the Fries
Once the waffle fries are golden and crispy, remove them from the oven. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
