Saturday, April 22, 2023

Fried whole catfish

 



Fried whole catfish 


Ingredients

  • 4-6 whole catfish or catfish filets or catfish filets, cleaned
  • 1 quart peanut oil or vegetable oil 
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika 
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder 

Instructions

  • Rinse catfish and pat dry with paper towels. Pour peanut oil into 5-quart Dutch oven or deep skillet and heat to 350º F on a deep fry thermometer. While peanut oil is heating, whisk together flour, cornmeal, cayenne pepper, salt and black pepper and other spices until well-combined. Lightly coat both sides of catfish into flour mixture and then carefully place into Dutch oven, frying only two at a time, until lightly browned, about 5-8 minutes. Or until nicely crispy and then Remove from Dutch oven or deep pan and place onto a paper towel lined plate to drain. Serve immediately. It so good hot and crispy 🥰

Nutrition Information

Calories: 315kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 309mg | Potassium: 459mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 35IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 2mg

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