Recipe Card of Southern Fried Catfish by BellRecipes
Experience the authentic Southern tradition with this scrumptious fried catfish dish. Dipped in buttermilk, coated with a delightful blend of Old Bay seasoned cornmeal, and fried to golden brown perfection, each bite packs a crispy and savory punch that captures the essence of Southern cooking.
Ingredients list
- 0.5 cup buttermilk
- 0.5 cup water mixed with buttermilk
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound catfish fillets cut into strips
- 1.5 cups fine cornmeal
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning such as Old Bay™
- 1 quart vegetable oil for deep frying
Step-by-Step Instructions
- First, bring together all of your fresh and flavorful ingredients, ready for this Southern classic.
- In a small bowl, blend together buttermilk, water, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Pour this creamy mixture into a pan, big enough to hold your delicious catfish fillets.
- Lay the fillets in a single layer in the pan, turn each to coat thoroughly, and let them soak up all the tangy flavors.
- In a large resealable plastic bag, mix together cornmeal, flour, and that special seafood seasoning. This is the start of your crispy coating!
- Drop the marinated fillets into the bag, several at a time, and gently shake until they are evenly covered in the savory blend.
- Heat up vegetable oil in a deep fryer to 365°F (185°C). Fry each fillet batch until they turn a crispy, golden-brown shade, roughly about 3 minutes per batch, ensuring plenty of space to fry evenly.
- Once fried to perfection, lay the fillets on paper towels to blot away excess oil.
- Plate your Southern crispy delight and relish in its rich symphony of flavors!
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Notes
Delight in the Southern charm by pairing your crispy catfish with classic sides like hush puppies or coleslaw. This dish is perfect for those warm, outdoor gatherings and promises a nostalgic taste that captures the heart of Southern cooking.
Nutrition
Calories: 1427kcalCarbohydrates: 132gProtein: 46gFat: 79gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6g
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