Description
Savor the taste of the South with our Crispy Southern Fried Catfish recipe. This dish features flaky catfish fillets, perfectly coated in a seasoned cornmeal mixture and fried to golden perfection. Each bite offers a delightful crunch and a spicy kick that pairs beautifully with our homemade spicy tartar sauce. Whether it’s a family gathering or a cozy dinner at home, this easy-to-make recipe will impress everyone at the table. Enjoy it with zesty lemon wedges, creamy coleslaw, or even on a bun for a satisfying sandwich. Dive into this classic Southern comfort food that brings warmth and flavor to your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½–1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 teaspoons salt (adjust to taste)
- 1½ cups buttermilk
- 4 (6-ounce) catfish fillets
Instructions
- Preheat your deep fryer or large saucepan filled with vegetable oil to 375℉ (190℃).
- In a large bowl, mix together cornmeal, granulated garlic, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour buttermilk into another bowl.
- If necessary, cut fish fillets into manageable pieces.
- Dip each fillet into the buttermilk, allowing excess to drain before coating in the cornmeal mixture.
- Carefully fry the breaded fish in hot oil for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove fish; let drain on a cookie rack.
- Serve immediately with lemon juice and spicy tartar sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg