Fried Catfish
Fried catfish is the quintessential Southern comfort food that delivers a satisfying crunch and tender, flaky fish inside. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for summer barbecues or cozy dinners, bringing flavors that evoke nostalgia and warmth. With its golden crust and rich seasoning, fried catfish will impress your family and friends, leaving them clamoring for more.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound catfish fillets
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 cups)
Instructions
- Marinate catfish fillets in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
- In a shallow dish, mix cornmeal, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Remove each fillet from the buttermilk and coat generously in the cornmeal mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Fry coated fillets for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg