Southern Fried Catfish with Cornbread

This crispy fried catfish recipe is a classic Southern favorite, served alongside golden cornbread. With roots in rich fishing traditions, this dish showcases the perfect balance of crunchy textures and tender fish, paired with garden-fresh herbs and buttery flavors.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 catfish fillets
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (garden or locally grown)

Instructions

  1. Preheat a deep skillet with vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. In a shallow bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dip each catfish fillet in buttermilk, then coat with the cornmeal mixture.
  4. Fry the fillets in hot oil for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  5. Serve hot with cornbread and garnish with parsley.
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