This classic Southern-Fried Catfish, dipped in buttermilk and battered in seasoned yellow cornmeal, is a delicious and authentic Southern supper.
Southern-Fried Catfish
2015-02-21 02:38:51
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1½ cups whole buttermilk
- 2 cups yellow cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground red pepper
- 8 (6-ounce) catfish fillets
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, pour oil to halfway full. Heat oil over medium-high heat until a deep-fry thermometer reads 350°.
- In a shallow bowl, pour buttermilk. In another shallow bowl, combine cornmeal, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper. Dip each catfish fillet in buttermilk, letting excess drain. Dredge each fillet in cornmeal mixture, shaking off excess.
- Fry catfish until golden brown, turning several times, 6 to 8 minutes, adjusting heat as needed to maintain 350°. Drain on paper towels.
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This is exactly how I season my fish except that I also add black pepper. I think it is absolutely delicious. If only I could just reach into the monitor and eat this plate of catfish (lol).
We wouldn’t blame you for trying!