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Golden Fried Catfish

A classic Southern dish featuring tender catfish fillets marinated and coated in a crispy cornmeal and flour mixture, then deep-fried to perfection. Ideal for a comforting meal, served with sides like coleslaw or hush puppies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course, seafood
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 4 fillets
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup water
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pound catfish fillets sliced
  • 1 cup fine cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay™)
  • 1 liter vegetable oil for frying

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, mix milk, water, salt, and pepper. Pour into a flat pan and lay catfish fillets in a single layer, turning to coat both sides. Set aside.
  • In a resealable plastic bag, combine cornmeal, flour, and seafood seasoning. Add marinated fillets in batches, seal, and shake to coat.
  • Pour vegetable oil into a deep fryer or skillet. Heat to 365°F (185°C).
  • Fry fillets in hot oil, 3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  • Serve hot with lemon wedges and tartar sauce. Enjoy!

Notes

For a spicier kick, add cayenne pepper to the cornmeal mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 219gCalories: 450kcal
Keyword crispy, golden, Seafood
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