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Southern Fried Catfish Recipe

A classic Southern dish that's crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Southern
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 fillets Catfish about 6 oz each
  • 1 cup Cornmeal
  • ½ cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 cup Buttermilk
  • 2 cups Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. 2. Pour buttermilk into another bowl. Dip each catfish fillet in buttermilk, then dredge in the cornmeal mixture, ensuring an even coat.
  3. 3. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry catfish fillets for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. 4. Remove fillets from the pan and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Catfish, Fried
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