Crispy Southern Fried Catfish Recipe

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup buttermilk
• 0.5 cup water
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 pound catfish fillets, cut in 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

Instructions

1. Get all the ingredients ready.
2. In a small bowl, combine buttermilk, water, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture into a shallow dish large enough to hold the catfish fillets.
3. Place the catfish fillets in the dish, ensuring each side is coated with the buttermilk mixture. Let them marinate for optimal flavor.
4. In a large resealable plastic bag, mix together the cornmeal, flour, and seafood seasoning.
5. Add the marinated catfish fillets to the bag, a few at a time, and gently toss until they are completely coated with the cornmeal mixture.
6. Heat the oil in a deep fryer to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). Carefully place the coated catfish fillets into the hot oil and fry for about 3 minutes, until they are crispy and golden brown. Fry in batches to prevent overcrowding and ensure even browning.
7. Remove the fried catfish fillets and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Southern fried catfish!

Nutrition

• Calories: 1427 kcal
• Fat Content: 79 g
• Fiber Content: 6 g
• Sugar Content: 6 g
• Sodium Content: 800 mg
• Protein Content: 46 g
• Cholesterol Content: 145 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 132 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 13 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g