Flaky catfish fillets in a seasoned cornmeal crust, fried until golden brown — a true Southern staple!
Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Catfish:
- 4–6 catfish fillets, cleaned and patted dry
- 1½ cups buttermilk
- 1 tbsp hot sauce (optional, for flavor)
For the Coating:
- 1 cup cornmeal (not cornmeal mix)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Optional: ½ tsp cayenne pepper for heat
For Frying:
- Vegetable oil, for deep frying
- Lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or hot sauce for serving