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

Pearl Torres
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This recipe is a winner! The catfish was cooked perfectly, and the breading was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Duke Beaudoin
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I've tried many catfish recipes, but this one is by far the best. The catfish is cooked to perfection, and the breading is crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Nya Powers
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This recipe is amazing! The catfish was so moist and flavorful, and the breading was crispy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Shahzaib Awan
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The catfish is always cooked to perfection, and the breading is crispy and flavorful.


abdurRahman abdurRahman
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This recipe is a keeper! The catfish was cooked perfectly, and the breading was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Cole Murray
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I made this recipe for my family last night, and they loved it. The catfish was cooked perfectly, and the breading was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Bilal Bablo
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This recipe is a winner! The catfish was cooked perfectly, and the breading was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Arjun Lal
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I've tried many catfish recipes, but this one is by far the best. The catfish is cooked to perfection, and the breading is crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Alal hossin
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This recipe is amazing! The catfish was so moist and flavorful, and the breading was crispy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Aloo Sheila
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The catfish is always cooked to perfection, and the breading is crispy and flavorful.


MD Ariful Islam
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This recipe is a keeper! The catfish was cooked perfectly, and the breading was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


SavrJ 3
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I made this recipe for my family last night, and they loved it. The catfish was cooked perfectly, and the breading was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


angel. Roque
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This recipe is a winner! The catfish was cooked perfectly, and the breading was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Jake Falzon
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I've tried many catfish recipes, but this one is by far the best. The catfish is cooked to perfection, and the breading is crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


md mizan rr
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This recipe is amazing! The catfish was so moist and flavorful, and the breading was crispy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Mary Harman
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I made this recipe last night, and it was a huge hit with my family. The catfish was cooked perfectly, and the breading was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


mb jahir kahan
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This recipe is a keeper! The catfish was delicious, and the breading was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


laurie fowler
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The catfish is always cooked to perfection, and the breading is crispy and flavorful.


Muhammad Ikram Sahil
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This catfish was so good! The breading was crispy and flavorful, and the fish was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.