Description

Juneteenth fried catfish is a flavorful homage to tradition, featuring a crunchy, golden crust enveloping tender, flaky fish. This delightful dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also brings people together during summer gatherings and family reunions. With its rich cultural significance and irresistible flavor, serving this catfish will surely create cherished memories at your celebrations.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb catfish fillets
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornmeal
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

Soak catfish fillets in buttermilk for at least one hour.
In a bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Remove fillets from buttermilk; dredge each piece in the flour mixture until fully coated.
Fry fillets for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels and serve hot with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce.

Prep Time: 60 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece (100g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 570mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For an extra kick, add lemon zest to the seasoning mix or serve with a zesty tartar sauce. Store leftover fried catfish in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheating in an oven helps maintain crispiness.