Fried catfish

Name: Fried catfish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: En
Ingredients: 4 catfish fillets; Buttermilk (or milk) to cover the fillets; Cornmeal for dredging; Salt and pepper; 1-2 tablespoons of Old Bay seasoning (optional); Vegetable oil; Lemon wedges (for garnish)

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Main Dish

4 servings

Very Easy

35 min

Ingredients

4 catfish fillets
Buttermilk (or milk) to cover the fillets
Cornmeal for dredging
Salt and pepper
1-2 tablespoons of Old Bay seasoning (optional)
Vegetable oil
Lemon wedges (for garnish)

Preparation

Preparation15 min

Cook time20 min

Place the catfish fillets in a wide bowl and cover with the buttermilk or milk. Let it soak for about an hour (although even 30 minutes will improve the flavor).
Remove the fillets from the milk and dredge them in the cornmeal. Pat them on both sides to make sure the cornmeal coating adheres well.
Fry the fillets in about an inch of moderately hot oil, about 5 minutes per side, until nice and golden brown.
Serve hot with lemon wedges.