PAN - FRIED CATFISH

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Almost all Catfish in the South is deep fried. This recipe uses all the same spices and coating mixes, but it is pan fried instead. NOTE: This recipe can also be used to bake the catfish, if desired.

Provided by Skip Davis

Categories     Fish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 lb catfish fillets (3/4 inches thick), 6 to 8 pieces
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 tsp hot pepper sauce
1/2 c cornmeal
2 tsp paprika
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp seafood seasoning
1 Tbsp olive or canola oil
1 large lemon cut into wedges

Steps:

  • 1. In shallow dish, lightly beat egg and hot pepper sauce until well mixed. In a second shallow dish, stir cornmeal, paprika, pepper, salt, onion powder and seafood seasoning until blended.
  • 2. Dip each piece of fish into egg mixture, then coat with cornmeal mixture.
  • 3. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add fish. Cook 5 to 8 minutes total, turning once, until fish flakes easily with fork and is brown on both sides. Drain on paper toweling.
  • 4. NOTE: To keep underside of fish crisp: Immediately place fish on cooling rack until serving time. Squeeze lemon juice over fish as it is served. Add wedges as a garnish on serving platter.

Nosipho Gasela
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I made this recipe for a fish fry, and it was a huge hit! The catfish was crispy and flavorful, and everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Hassan zikriya
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This was my first time cooking catfish, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The fish was delicious! I was worried it would be too fishy, but it wasn't at all. The seasoning was perfect, and the fish was cooked perfectly.


shahrukh qureshi
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family. The catfish is always cooked perfectly and the seasoning is delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a great catfish recipe.


Zubair Nasir
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This recipe is a keeper! The catfish is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The seasoning is also very flavorful. I served it with coleslaw and hush puppies, and it was a perfect meal.


M Umer Farooq
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I love this recipe! The catfish is always crispy and flaky, and the seasoning is perfect. I always serve it with tartar sauce and lemon wedges, and it's always a hit.


Nabin FF Yt
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This was my first time cooking catfish and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the catfish was cooked perfectly. The seasoning was also very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Kenneth Thielke
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it! The catfish was crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside. The seasoning was also very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Shuro Shuro
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. The catfish was cooked perfectly and the seasoning was very flavorful. I would recommend using less cayenne pepper if you don't like spicy food.


Prosenjit Bormon
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I'm not a huge fan of fish, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The catfish was cooked perfectly and the seasoning was very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Nokuthula Nomathemba
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing! The catfish was perfectly cooked and the seasoning was delicious. I served it with tartar sauce and lemon wedges, and it was a perfect meal.


Karam Karam
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I made this recipe for a fish fry, and it was a huge hit! The catfish was crispy and flavorful, and everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Mhsl
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This was my first time cooking catfish, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The fish was delicious! I was worried it would be too fishy, but it wasn't at all. The seasoning was perfect, and the fish was cooked perfectly.


Gaurav Rajpoot
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it always turns out great. The catfish is always crispy and flaky, and the seasoning is perfect. It's a great weeknight meal that the whole family loves.


hasan ikbal
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This recipe is a keeper! The catfish was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The seasoning was also very flavorful. I served it with coleslaw and hush puppies, and it was a perfect meal.


Wassimalik
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Followed the recipe exactly and the catfish came out amazing! The lemon pepper seasoning was perfect, and the fish was cooked to perfection. My husband and I both loved it.


Zahra Greenidge
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I'm not usually a fan of catfish, but this recipe changed my mind. The catfish was cooked perfectly, and the seasoning was spot-on. I especially liked the crispy coating. Will definitely be making this again!


Mariam Hamisi
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This pan-fried catfish recipe was an absolute delight! The fish turned out crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside, with a delightful golden-brown crust. I served it with tartar sauce and lemon wedges, and it was a hit with my family. Highly re