Fried Catfish
Fried catfish is a delightful Southern classic that combines a crispy, golden-brown coating with tender, flaky fish. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or summer barbecues, offering a comforting flavor experience that will leave everyone wanting more. With its easy preparation and irresistible crunch, fried catfish is sure to be a hit at any table.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb catfish fillets
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Rinse the catfish fillets under cold water and pat dry.
- Soak the fillets in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix cornmeal, salt, and cayenne pepper.
- Remove fillets from buttermilk, letting excess drip off, then dredge in the cornmeal mixture until well-coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry coated fillets for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy; drain on paper towels.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg