FRIED CATFISH

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Provided by Kahlil Arnold

Categories     Fish     Fry     Low Cal     Dinner     Cornmeal     Seafood     Hominy/Cornmeal/Masa     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons plus 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
3 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
6 5-7-ounce U.S.-farmed catfish fillets
1 1/2 cups white cornmeal
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups (about) vegetable oil
Special Equipment
A deep-fry thermometer

Steps:

  • Whisk 3 tablespoons salt, hot pepper sauce, and 8 cups hot water in a large bowl until salt dissolves. Chill in freezer until cold, about 30 minutes. Place catfish in brine, cover, and refrigerate for 3 hours.
  • Whisk cornmeal, next 5 ingredients, and remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Attach deep-fry thermometer to the side of a 10" cast-iron skillet or other large heavy skillet. Add oil to come a little less than halfway up side of skillet. Heat over medium heat until thermometer reads 335°F.
  • Rinse catfish; pat dry. Dredge catfish in cornmeal mixture, shaking off excess. Working with 2 fillets at a time, fry catfish, turning halfway through, until golden brown and crispy, 10-12 minutes per batch. Transfer fish to paper towels to drain.

umair Rajput
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This recipe is a great way to cook catfish. The fish was crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside, and the cornmeal coating was perfectly seasoned. I served it with tartar sauce and coleslaw, and it was a delicious meal.


Zhakia Hamann
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This fried catfish recipe is easy to follow and produces delicious results. The fish was crispy and flaky, and the cornmeal coating was flavorful. I served it with tartar sauce and coleslaw, and it was a delicious meal.


Eriks
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I was looking for a simple fried catfish recipe, and this one fit the bill. The fish was cooked perfectly and the cornmeal coating was crispy and flavorful. I served it with hush puppies and coleslaw, and it was a delicious meal.


onik Miha
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This recipe is a great way to cook catfish. The fish was crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside, and the cornmeal coating was perfectly seasoned. I served it with tartar sauce and coleslaw, and it was a delicious meal.


Ngwu Pedro
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This fried catfish recipe is easy to follow and produces delicious results. The fish was crispy and flaky, and the cornmeal coating was flavorful. I served it with tartar sauce and coleslaw, and it was a delicious meal.


JUlash Vai
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I was looking for a simple fried catfish recipe, and this one fit the bill. The fish was cooked perfectly and the cornmeal coating was crispy and flavorful. I served it with hush puppies and coleslaw, and it was a delicious meal.


Brandon Moore
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This recipe is a great way to cook catfish. The fish was crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside, and the cornmeal coating was perfectly seasoned. I served it with tartar sauce and coleslaw, and it was a delicious meal.


Jasiya TheQueen
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This fried catfish recipe is easy to follow and produces delicious results. The fish was crispy and flaky, and the cornmeal coating was flavorful. I served it with tartar sauce and coleslaw, and it was a delicious meal.


Andrew Chirova
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I was looking for a simple fried catfish recipe, and this one fit the bill. The fish was cooked perfectly and the cornmeal coating was crispy and flavorful. I served it with hush puppies and coleslaw, and it was a delicious meal.


Arhdjoa Xeny
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This recipe is a great way to cook catfish. The fish was crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside, and the cornmeal coating was perfectly seasoned. I served it with tartar sauce and coleslaw, and it was a delicious meal.


Connor Castillo
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I've made this fried catfish recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The fish is always crispy and flaky, and the cornmeal coating is flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves catfish.


Lessannie Malcolm
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This fried catfish recipe is a keeper! The fish was cooked perfectly and the cornmeal coating was crispy and flavorful. I served it with hush puppies and coleslaw, and it was a delicious meal.


Suraj Gm
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I was pleasantly surprised by how good this fried catfish turned out. I'm not a big fan of catfish, but this recipe changed my mind. The fish was crispy and flavorful, and the cornmeal coating was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ajaib Sahil
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This recipe is easy to follow and produces delicious results. The catfish was cooked perfectly and the cornmeal coating was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Emilie Bishop
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I've tried many fried catfish recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The secret is in the buttermilk marinade, which makes the fish extra tender and juicy. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves catfish.


Robert Karuga
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This fried catfish recipe was a hit at our family dinner! The fish was crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside, and the cornmeal coating was perfectly seasoned. We'll definitely be making this again.


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