Fried catfish 😮🔥🐟
Golden, crunchy, Southern comfort at its finest.
The vibe:
- Mild catfish fillets
- Cornmeal crust (that’s the key)
- Hot oil + a squeeze of lemon
- Served with hushpuppies, coleslaw, and hot sauce
Classic prep, no fuss:
- Soak fillets in buttermilk (or milk + hot sauce) 30 min.
- Dredge in cornmeal + flour + salt, pepper, paprika, cayenne.
- Fry at ~350°F until crispy and floating (3–4 min/side).
- Drain, hit with salt, eat immediately.
Pro moves:
- Yellow cornmeal > white
- Peanut oil if you have it
- Don’t overcrowd the pan
- Hot sauce on the fish, not just the side
Want Mississippi Delta style, air-fryer version, or best sides to serve with it?
