Fried Catfish
Fried catfish is a Southern classic that delivers crispy, golden fillets bursting with flavor. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to busy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb catfish fillets
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Soak catfish fillets in buttermilk for at least 1 hour.
- In a bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Remove fillets from buttermilk; let excess drip off and coat in the cornmeal mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry coated fillets in batches for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (113g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg