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Easy Fried Catfish Recipe

Easy Fried Catfish Recipe

A simple and delicious fried catfish recipe that is perfect for a quick dinner!
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 fillets catfish fresh or thawed
  • 1 cup cornmeal yellow or white
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 cup milk for dipping
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Combine cornmeal, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
  • Dip each catfish fillet in milk, then dredge in the cornmeal mixture.
  • Carefully place the fillets in the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  • Remove fillets and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cornmeal mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 200g | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 120g | Protein: 120g | Fat: 120g | Saturated Fat: 120g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 120g | Monounsaturated Fat: 120g | Trans Fat: 120g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 120g | Sugar: 120g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 120mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 120mg