Best 5 Crispy Buffalo Style Catfish Recipes

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**Crispy Buffalo Style Catfish: A Tastebud-Tingling Culinary Adventure**


Prepare to embark on a flavor journey with our crispy buffalo style catfish! This tantalizing dish offers a perfect balance of spicy, tangy, and crispy textures that will leave you craving more. Made with tender catfish fillets coated in a spicy buffalo sauce, these delectable morsels are sure to become a favorite among your family and friends. Served with three irresistible dipping sauces - creamy blue cheese, cool ranch, and tangy tartar sauce - this recipe provides an unforgettable culinary experience that caters to every taste. Whether you're hosting a party or simply craving a satisfying meal, our crispy buffalo style catfish is the perfect choice. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and get ready to indulge in a taste sensation that will keep you coming back for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRISPY BAKED CATFISH



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This baked catfish has a crispy cornmeal coating with a hint of spice from the Cajun seasoning, while the interior stays flaky and moist. Serve with tartar sauce, lemon wedges or your favorite hot sauce and with a green salad on the side.

Provided by Ali Ramee

Categories     Healthy Catfish Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Cooking spray
½ cup fine plain yellow cornmeal
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon salt free Cajun seasoning
1 large egg
4 (5 ounce) catfish fillets
½ teaspoon salt
Tartar sauce and lemon wedges (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil and top with a wire rack. Coat the rack with cooking spray.
  • Stir cornmeal, flour and Cajun-Creole seasoning blend together in a large shallow dish. Whisk egg in a separate shallow dish.
  • Pat fillets dry with a paper towel and sprinkle evenly with salt. Working with 1 fillet at a time, dip in the egg to coat, letting excess egg drip back into the dish. Then dredge in the cornmeal mixture, turning to coat both sides. Transfer to the prepared rack on the baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining fillets. Coat the tops of the fillets with cooking spray.
  • Bake until crispy and golden, 15 to 20 minutes, turning the fillets over and coating with cooking spray halfway through. If desired, serve with tartar sauce and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 122 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 374 mg

CRISPY BAKED CATFISH



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Looking for a seafood dinner? Then check out this crispy and baked catfish recipe - a delicious dinner that's ready in 30 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound catfish, flounder or other delicate-texture fish fillets
1/4 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup French or ranch dressing

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450°. Spray broiler pan rack with cooking spray. If fish fillets are large, cut into 4 serving pieces.
  • Mix cornmeal, bread crumbs, chili powder, paprika, garlic salt and pepper. Lightly brush dressing on all sides of fish. Coat fish with cornmeal mixture.
  • Place fish on rack in broiler pan. Bake uncovered 15 to 18 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 450 mg

CRISPY CATFISH FILLETS



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This recipe can also be used for other kinds of fish. It's lowfat, and I got it from Cooking Light Magazine several years ago.

Provided by Chef PotPie

Categories     Catfish

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons light ranch salad dressing
2 egg whites
6 tablespoons cornmeal
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 -6 ounces catfish fillets
cooking spray
lemon wedge

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Combine dressing and egg whites, whisk well.
  • Combine cornmeal, parmesan, flour, pepper and salt in shallow dish.
  • Pat fish dry, dip in egg mixture and dredge in cornmeal mixture.
  • Place fish on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
  • Bake 8-12 minutes each side until lightly browned and fish flakes easily.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.

OVEN-FRIED CATFISH



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This recipe is a great alternative to pan-fried catfish. A combination of cornmeal and a variety of spices gives this recipe a savory kick in less than 30 minutes.

Provided by Mrs. Hermes

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Catfish

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ pounds catfish fillets
½ cup yellow cornmeal
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon celery seed
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup skim milk
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat with cooking spray.
  • In a shallow dish, stir together the cornmeal, paprika, thyme, salt, celery seed, onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper. Dip the catfish fillets in milk, then place them into the cornmeal mixture and coat liberally; place on the greased baking sheet. Coat the tops of the fillets with cooking spray until wet.
  • Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until fish is easily flaked with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 53.8 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 458.5 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

CRISPY CATFISH



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"Grilling is my family's favorite way to fix meals," writes Rhonda Dietz from Garden City Kansas. "Because my husband savors well-prepared meals, this recipe quickly became one of his most requested."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup finely crushed saltines (about 22 crackers)
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/3 cup butter, melted
4 catfish fillets (about 8 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, combine the first four ingredients. Pat fillets dry; dip in butter, then coat with crumb mixture. , Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill fillets, covered, over medium-hot heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For extra crispy catfish, double-coat the fish in the flour mixture and buttermilk, then fry it for an additional 2-3 minutes per side.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • To make sure the catfish is cooked through, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the fish. It should read 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the catfish with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or tartar sauce.
  • For a healthier version of this recipe, you can bake the catfish instead of frying it. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and bake the catfish for 15-20 minutes, or until it is cooked through.

Conclusion:

Crispy buffalo-style catfish is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to enjoy catfish, and the buffalo sauce gives it a nice kick. Whether you are serving it as an appetizer or a main course, this dish is sure to be a hit.

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