Fried Catfish

Name: Fried Catfish
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8-10 serving(s)
Ingredients: 10 lbs catfish; 1 cup milk; cooking oil; 1 cup plain flour; 2 1/2 cups cornmeal; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon red cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon butter-flavored salt

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⏱ 30 mins 🍽 8-10 serving(s) 🏷 Catfish

This classic fried catfish recipe uses a simple milk soak and a seasoned coating of cornmeal and flour for a crisp finish. The fish is fried in hot oil until golden. It is a versatile batter that works well with various types of fresh fish. The quantities can easily be adjusted based on your catch or how many people you are serving. You will need about 30 minutes from start to finish to prepare this dish.

Ingredients

10 lbs catfish
1 cup milk
cooking oil
1 cup plain flour
2 1/2 cups cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon red cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon butter-flavored salt

Method

Soak the catfish pieces in the milk. Combine all the dry ingredients in a bowl or bag, mixing them well.
Coat the soaked fish thoroughly in the dry mixture. Heat cooking oil in a deep pan until it is hot enough for the fish to float.
Ensure the oil temperature is around 350 degrees before carefully frying the coated fish until golden.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium474400 mg

Recipe details

CategoryCatfish

AuthorNimz_