CATFISH WITH CORNMEAL COATING

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I learned this from a friend's grandpa and adapted it a bit for modern tastes. My friends and neighbors who've hated catfish love my recipe and even eat it cold.

Provided by Christi Cook

Categories     Fish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 catfish filets
1 1/2 c yellow cornmeal
6 c canola oil
2 tsp garlic powder
4 tsp old bay seasoning
3 tsp lemon pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Whether you are using fresh or frozen catfish filets make sure that they are completely thawed. Make sure to remove anything red on the meat by shaving it off with a good sharp knife. Pat dry with a paper towel.
  • 2. Put oil in a Dutch oven or similar deep cooking pot. Heat it until when you put in the end of a wooden spoon handle and see it bubble around the handle.
  • 3. While the oil is heating, mix all of the dry ingredients it a flat bottom bowel. Take each filet and press it into the cornmeal mixture. Cover the top surface with mixture and press in firmly. Flip and repeat. Place filet on a plate while you're waiting for the oil to heat. This allows the oil in the fish to better absorb the coating. It help lesson the amount of batter that that falls to the bottom of the pan. (You can make up and add more coating as needed.)
  • 4. Cook each side about 3-4 minutes until coating is dark yellow not quite brown. When you insert a fork it should be easy to insert and remove. This is a good indicator of doneness.

Samenaha Bibi
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I would not recommend this recipe. The catfish was mushy and the cornmeal coating was soggy.


rock kirat
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This recipe is not worth your time. The catfish was dry and the cornmeal coating was bland.


Naveed Samejo
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The fish was a bit overcooked, but the cornmeal coating was crispy and flavorful.


Viber Strike
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning.


Mickelly Chilaule
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I'm not a big fan of catfish, but this recipe was actually really good! The cornmeal crust was crispy and flavorful, and the fish was cooked perfectly.


Susan Llamas
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This recipe was easy to follow and produced delicious results. The catfish was moist and flaky, and the cornmeal coating was crispy and flavorful.


Jahnissi Anaekwe
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This catfish recipe was amazing! The cornmeal coating was crispy and flavorful, and the fish was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Predah Aishs
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I loved this recipe! The catfish was cooked perfectly and the cornmeal coating was crispy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone.


LG BLACK 10K
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This recipe is a keeper! The catfish was cooked perfectly and the cornmeal coating was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Nirod Oman
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The catfish was delicious! The cornmeal coating was crispy and flavorful, and the fish was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Sk billal Hossain Ashik
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This was my first time making catfish, and it turned out great! The cornmeal coating was crispy and flavorful, and the fish was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Roger Gonzalez
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I love this recipe! The catfish is always cooked perfectly, and the cornmeal coating is so crispy. I also love that this recipe is so easy to make.


Makayla Brown
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This recipe was easy to follow and produced delicious results. The catfish was moist and flaky, and the cornmeal coating was crispy and flavorful.


Alan Calvillo
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a winner. The fish is always cooked perfectly, and the cornmeal coating is so crispy and delicious.


Scott Fawver
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This catfish recipe was a hit with my family! The cornmeal coating gave the fish a crispy, flavorful crust, and the fish itself was cooked perfectly.