CATFISH..... SALT AND PEPPER CATFISH

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This is the favotite way to prepare catfish in the North Carolina Piedmont. The coating is spicy, making it a nice contrast to the delicate flavor of the catfish.

Provided by Timothy H.

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup buttermilk
4 catfish fillets
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup flour
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground sea salt or 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons coarsely ground black pepper
vegetable oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Place buttermilk in a 2-quart baking dish; place fillets in buttermilk and allow to marinate for 15 minutes.
  • Place oil in a 12 inch cast iron skillet to a depth of about 2 inches. Heat until oil registers 375 degrees F. on an instant-read thermometer.
  • In a large, zipper-lock food storage bag, mix remaining ingredients by zipping them inside bag and shaking until well blended. Remove fillets from buttermilk; allow excess liquid to drain.PPlace fillets in bag and shake gently until completely coated.
  • Gently shake off excess coating mixture and carefully place into hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 829.2, Fat 27.9, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 154.4, Sodium 2066.1, Carbohydrate 80.8, Fiber 7, Sugar 6.4, Protein 62.4

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