Cajun Fried Catfish

Cajun Fried Catfish

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Cajun · 30 min · Fish · pescatarian, high-protein

516 cal 33g protein 42g carbs 24g fat per serving · estimated

Ingredients

scaled from 4 servings
  • 2 catfish fillets
  • 3/4 cup cornmeal
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tbsp cajun seasoning
  • 2 cups vegetable oil
  • 1 lemon

Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)

  1. Soak the catfish in buttermilk 10 minutes.
  2. Combine cornmeal, flour, and cajun seasoning in a shallow dish.
  3. Heat oil to 350F in a heavy pot.
  4. Dredge fillets in the cornmeal mix and fry 5-6 minutes until golden and crisp.
  5. Drain on a rack and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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