southern fried catfish

My Air Fryer Southern Fried Catfish will knock your socks off with a perfectly crunchy Homemade Louisiana Style Fish Fry Mix

Air Fryer Southern Fried Catfish

Catfish Fillets

Milk

Lemon

Yellow Mustard

Cornmeal

All Purpose Flour

Tablespoons Dried Parsley Flakes

Kosher Salt

Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Chili Powder

Garlic Powder

Granulated Onion Powder

Cayenne Pepper

Place Catfish into a flat container and add Milk.

Cut Lemon in half and squeeze about two teaspoons of juice into Milk to make Buttermilk.

Place container in refrigerator and let Fillets soak for 15 minutes.

In a shallow bowl, combine Cornmeal Seasoning Ingredients.

Remove Fillets from Buttermilk and pat dry with paper towels.&nbsp;

Spread Mustard generously over both sides of Fillets.

Dip each Fillet into Cornmeal mixture and coat well to make a thick coating.

Place Fillets into greased Air Fryer Basket. Spray generously with oil.

Cook at 390/400 degrees for 10 minutes. Flip over Fillets and spray with Oil and cook an additional 3-5 minutes.

Southern Pan Fried Catfish is flaky and juicy with a golden, crispy cornmeal crust, pan fried to perfection. Serve with fresh creamy coleslaw for the perfect meal.

Southern Pan Fried Catfish

catfish

cornmeal

Cajun seasoning

garlic powder

salt

black pepper

butter

In a flat dish (Like a baking dish or cake pan), combine cornmeal, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk together to combine.

Coat catfish in cornmeal mixture. Remove to a large plate or tray.

Heat half of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

When butter is hot, fry 2-3 fillets at a time for about 3 minutes on each side, or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.

Repeat with remaining butter and catfish.

Serve immediately.

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This Southern Fried Catfish is golden brown on the outside and flaky and delicious on the inside. Seasoned through and through, it’s the perfect recipe for when you want a good piece of fried fish.

Southern Fried Catfish

lb Catfish (filleted

buttermilk or milk (optional)

hot sauce

flour

Old Bay Seasoning

paprika

If soaking your catfish filets, start by adding the filets in a flat container and covering them with buttermilk or milk. Allow the filets to soak for 45 minutes to an hour.

Next, add about 4-5 inches of oil in a heavy-bottomed pot and heat over medium-high heat until the temperature of the oil reaches 350 degrees Fahrenheit. You will want to use a deep-frying thermometer to monitor the temperature of the oil.

While the oil is heating, create a dredging station. In one shallow bowl, add the hot sauce. In another shallow bowl, add cornmeal, flour, old bay seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt and pepper and whisk to combine.

Remove the filets from the milk mixture and shake off any excess buttermilk. Dip the fillets into the hot sauce mixture, and then into the seasoned cornmeal mixture, shaking off any excess cornmeal. Place fillets on a plate until the oil has reached the desired temperature.

Once the oil has reached the correct temperature, gently drop the catfish fillets into the hot oil. Be careful not to cause any oil splatter. Fry each filet for about 3-4 minutes, until the fillets are golden brown.

Remove the filets with a slotted spoon and lay them on a wire rack or paper towels.

Serve the filets as is or season with additional salt and pepper.

Enjoy.

Southern Fried Catfish is a staple in every Southern kitchen. You can’t beat freshly caught catfish filets, dredged in perfectly seasoned cornmeal breading and fried until the inside is perfectly tender and the outside is a crisp, golden brown.

whole wheat flour

seasoning salt

lemon pepper seasoning

cayenne pepper ((optional))

eggs

buttermilk

Tabasco Sauce

lemon wedges

tartar sauce

Tabasco sauce

Combine the wet ingredients in a large bowl - whisk the eggs, buttermilk, and hot sauce together.

Now, soak the catfish fillets in the egg mixture. Make sure the fillets are fully coated. Let that sit while you mix up the dry ingredients.

In a large bowl combine the dry ingredients - flour, cornmeal, salt, paprika, pepper, and lemon pepper. (And cayenne if you are using it.)

Mix well to ensure an even distribution of seasoning.

Now, dredge the soaked fillets in the cornmeal mixture and make sure they are fully coated. Shake off any excess breading.

Place the fillets on a plate and cover. Let them sit in the refrigerator for 10 - 15 minutes while you heat your oil - this will help the breading stick to the fish.

Heat a deep fryer to 350°F.

When oil is hot, drop filets in and cook for 7 - 10 minutes - until the fillets are golden brown and the internal temperature is 340°F. (For thinner fillets, it can take less time so watch them - we cut them thick.)

Rest the cooked fillets on a wire cooling rack - not a towel - this will allow for the crispiest fish.

To Fry Catfish in a Deep Fryer

In a large pot or dutch oven, heat 3 to 4 inches of oil over medium heat. The oil should be hot enough when you can splash water on it and it sputters back at you. If you can smell the oil, it is likely too hot. (If the oil is too cold, the breading will absorb the oil and the fish will be soggy. EW! Too hot and the outside will cook before the inside.)

Fry the fillets in small batches so that you don&#39;t crowd the oil - if you put too much fish in the oil at one time, it will lower the temperature and the fish won&#39;t cook.

Cook for 7 - 10 minutes - until the fillets are golden brown and the internal temperature is 340°F. (For thinner fillets, it can take less time so watch them - we cut them thick.)

Serve and enjoy!

To Fry Catfish on the Stove

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Classic southern-style fried catfish in the air fryer!

(6-8 ounce) catfish fillets (about 1 pound)

buttermilk, shaken

yellow cornmeal (fine grind for breading)

all purpose flour

Cajun seasoning (preferably unsalted blend)

Kosher salt and fresh cracked black pepper

Extra virgin olive oil spray (comes in a spray can)

Tartar sauce, hot sauce, lemon wedges

Place buttermilk in large shallow dish or pie plate, add a few shakes of hot sauce and mix to combine. Add catfish fillets and turn to coat. Let soak for 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, make seasoned dredge. In another large tray or pie plate, add the cornmeal, flour and seasonings, a few grinds of black pepper and combine well with a fork or whisk.

Remove catfish from buttermilk to a plate, shaking off excess. Lightly pat dry and season with a sprinkle of salt. Place catfish one at a time in seasoned cornmeal mixture and coat well on both sides. Shake off excess and place on a plate.

Preheat air fryer at 400º.

Open and spray basket evenly with olive oil spray. Lay catfish fillets in basket, one or two depending on size, spritz catfish evenly on top with olive oil spray. Close basket and air fry at 400º for 8 minutes.

Open basket and carefully flip fish over with spatula, air fry for another 8 minutes.

Open basket and carefully flip fish one more time. Air fry another 2 to 4 minutes until crispy and golden brown.

Serve immediately with tartar sauce, hot sauce and lemon wedges.

My easy Southern Fried Catfish recipe is so good. It features tender fish coated in a perfectly seasoned, crispy fried cornmeal coating. Yum!

Fried Catfish

catfish fillets

all-purpose flour

½ tsp pepper

cayenne pepper

oil,

Prepare your dredging stations. In a shallow bowl,...

Prepare your dredging stations. In a shallow bowl, whisk together buttermilk and hot sauce. In another mix together cornmeal, flour, salt, pepper, paprika, cayenne and garlic powder.

Preheat about ½ inch oil to 350°F in...

Preheat about ½ inch oil to 350°F in a cast iron skillet or electric skillet.

Season the catfish fillets with salt and pepper....

Season the catfish fillets with salt and pepper. Working in batches (you will probably only be able to fit two fillets in the skillet at a time) dredge catfish first in the buttermilk mixture, followed by the cornmeal mixture.

Fry dredged catfish for 2-3 minutes per side,...

Fry dredged catfish for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.

Remove to a wire rack or paper towel...

Remove to a wire rack or paper towel lined plate to drain.

Serve with tartar sauce or remoulade sauce, along...

Serve with tartar sauce or remoulade sauce, along with lemon wedges.

This Spicy Southern Fried Catfish is crunchy, tender and so simple. It&#x27;s sure to become a family favorite!

Spicy Southern Fried Catfish

lbs Catfish Nuggets

self rising flour

yellow cornmeal

cajun seasoning

2- 2 1/2 cup oil to fry with

Make sure that the fish is nice and clean before anything else, then set to the side.

In a large bowl add the self rising flour, cornmeal, and cajun seasoning. Mix well.

In a separate bowl beat the two eggs, then add in the hot sauce, and mix.

Next add the fish into the bowl with the hot sauce &amp; egg mixture.

Make sure that the fish is nicely coated with the wet mixture, then coat with the flour mixture.

Once all of the fish is coated, let it set for about 5 minutes so that the cornmeal &amp; flour mixture can stick well.

Heat the oil between 350 - 375 F.

Once the oil is nice and hot, carefully add the fish into the skillet or deep fryer, but do not overcrowd.

Fry the fish until golden brown, then remove from the oil, and set on a paper towel lined plate or cookie sheet.

Let sit until it's cool enough to eat.

Serve &amp; Enjoy.

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its look so delicious. Thank you for sharing

Thank you so much 
totally satisfied with this recipe
Fried perfectly not greasy batter is a perfect complement to the fish
I made it with homemade tarter sauce coleslaw cornbread and collard greens
Very happy 
I’m going to look for more of your recipes
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Hey y’all! Today I’m sharing my Spicy Southern Fried Catfish recipe. Follow along as I show you how it’s done! https://iheartrecipes.com/spicy-southern-fried-catfish/

I fell in love with catfish when I visited family in Louisiana as a child. Every time I make this recipe, I think of those Baton Rouge family reunions! I hope you enjoy this recipe just as much as I do. It’s simple and delicious! 

Coat catfish nuggets in a mixture of hot sauce and eggs. In a separate bowl mix together flour, cornmeal and Cajun seasoning. Coat the catfish nuggets completely. I coat them once, but if you’d prefer, you can coat them twice. Let the fish sit for about five minutes. Deep fry the nuggets until golden brown and cooked through. Place the fish on paper towels until you're ready to eat. I like to serve this crispy and tender catfish with some tasty garlic fries. Lawd! It is SO good!    

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Timestamps for video:
0:12 - Pour hot sauce into a bowl.
0:20 - Add eggs.
0:25 - Whisk well.
0:30 - Add the catfish to the bowl.
0:36 - Coat well.
0:44 - Add flour to a bowl.
0:48 - Add yellow cornmeal.
0:53 - Sprinkle in Cajun seasonings.
0:58 - Mix the ingredients together.
1:14 - Coat the fish.
1:15 - Let the fish sit for five minutes.
1:21 - Fry the fish until golden brown.
1:43 - Remove the fish.
1:48 - Place the fish on paper towel until cooled down.
2:00 - Enjoy with your favorite sides.

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Spicy Deep Fried Catfish - Southern & Soul Food Recipes - I Heart Recipes

If you&#39;re looking for the ultimate Southern Fried Catfish recipe, this is it. Marinated in tangy buttermilk, hot sauce, and my favorite Cajun-inspired seasonings, then coated in a perfectly seasoned cornmeal crust, this fried catfish comes out crispy on the outside, flaky on the inside, and packed with bold Southern flavor. Whether you&#39;re serving it with fries, coleslaw, hush puppies, or dirty rice, this recipe brings restaurant-quality fried catfish right to your kitchen.

The Best Southern Fried Catfish Recipe (Extra Crispy & Flavor Packed)

Bayou City Garlic Pepper Seasoning

Bayou City All Purpose Seasoning

sugar

Louisiana-style hot sauce

mustard

cornstarch

Vegetable oil (enough for 2-3 inches in your skillet)

fresh parsley

lemon

Hot sauce

In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, Bayou City Garlic Pepper, Bayou City All Purpose Seasoning, sugar, and hot sauce.

Add the catfish fillets, making sure they're completely coated.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, but for the best flavor, marinate for up to 4 hours.

Marinate the Catfish

In a shallow dish, combine: Cornmeal, Cornstarch, Bayou City Garlic Pepper, Bayou City All Purpose Seasoning, Whisk everything together until evenly mixed.

Prepare the Coating

Remove the fish from the marinade and allow the excess buttermilk to drip off.

Spread a thin layer of yellow mustard over each fillet.

Season both sides with a light sprinkle of Bayou City Garlic Pepper and Bayou City All Purpose Seasoning.

The mustard helps the coating stick while adding another layer of flavor—you won't taste it after frying.

Season the Fish

Press each fillet into the seasoned cornmeal mixture, coating every side well.

Gently shake off any excess coating.

Place the breaded fillets on a wire rack and let them rest for 10 minutes. This helps the coating adhere and fry up even crispier.

Bread the Catfish

Heat vegetable oil to 350°F.

Carefully lower the catfish into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Fry for 4-6 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until the crust is golden brown and crispy and the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Transfer to a wire rack to drain while the remaining fish cooks.

Fresh parsley

A squeeze of lemon juice

A few dashes of hot sauce

Serve immediately with fries, hush puppies, coleslaw, potato salad, mac and cheese, or dirty rice.

Serve

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If you're looking for the ultimate Southern Fried Catfish recipe, this is it. Marinated in tangy buttermilk, hot sauce, and my favorite Cajun-inspired seasonings, then coated in a perfectly seasoned cornmeal crust, this fried catfish comes out crispy on the outside, flaky on the inside, and packed with bold Southern flavor. Whether you're serving it with fries, coleslaw, hush puppies, or dirty rice, this recipe brings restaurant-quality fried catfish right to your kitchen.

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