Description
A delicious and crispy Cajun fried catfish recipe that brings warmth and tradition to your dinner table.
Ingredients
- 6 pounds catfish fillets
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup yellow mustard
- 3 tablespoons Tabasco sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Slap Ya Mama Cajun seasoning
- 4 cups vegetable oil or lard for frying
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
Instructions
- Rinse the catfish fillets under cold running water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Whisk together buttermilk, yellow mustard, Tabasco sauce, lemon juice, and Slap Ya Mama Cajun seasoning in a large bowl.
- Submerge the fillets in the buttermilk marinade, making sure they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to one hour.
- Mix together all-purpose flour, cornmeal, the remaining Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper in another bowl.
- Heat 4 cups of vegetable oil or lard in a deep pan or fryer over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
- Remove the marinated catfish from the refrigerator and dredge each fillet in the cornmeal mixture, ensuring a thick, even coating.
- Carefully place the coated catfish fillets into the hot oil and fry for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Place the fried catfish on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil and serve hot.
Notes
For a healthier twist, consider baking or air frying the catfish, but the traditional frying method yields the authentic flavor and texture.