SOUTHERN-STYLE PAN-FRIED CATFISH

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Emeril prepared this catfish recipe from his new book, " Emeril 20-40-60," as part of a live cooking challenge on "The Martha Stewart Show." He also made Simple Turkey Meatloaf and Chicken Cordon Bleu.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
1 tablespoon Emeril's Original Essence or Creole Seasoning
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons Louisiana hot sauce or other red hot sauce
4 (6- to 8-ounce) skinless catfish fillets
1 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup cornmeal
1 tablespoon coarse salt
2/3 cup vegetable oil, for frying
Emeril's Kicked-Up Tartar Sauce, for serving (optional)
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Whisk together buttermilk, mustard, Essence, garlic, and hot sauce in a small bowl. Place fillets in a shallow baking dish just large enough to hold them in an even layer. Pour buttermilk mixture over fish, making sure each fillet is evenly coated; set aside.
  • In another shallow baking dish, whisk together flour, cornmeal, and salt.
  • Working with 1 piece of fish at a time, remove from buttermilk mixture, shaking off any excess, and dredge in flour mixture to coat. Transfer to a plate and repeat process with remaining fillets.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When oil is hot, carefully add two fillets to skillet. Cook, until golden brown and crisp, about 4 minutes. Turn and continue cooking until golden brown and crisp on the second side, 3 to 4 minutes more.
  • Using a fish spatula, transfer fillets to a paper towel-lined plate; repeat process with remaining 2 fillets. Serve immediately with tartar sauce, if desired, and lemon wedges.

Lunghelo Mabasa
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This catfish recipe is a great way to impress your friends and family. The fish is always cooked perfectly and the breading is crispy and flavorful. I love that I can make it in my oven.


Blessed Takudzwa
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This catfish recipe is a great way to introduce kids to fish. The fish is always cooked perfectly and the breading is crispy and flavorful. I love that I can make it in my air fryer.


Agog Geming
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This catfish recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. The fish is always cooked perfectly and the breading is crispy and flavorful. I love that I can make it in my skillet in just a few minutes.


Omarion Ruddock
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This catfish recipe is a great way to use up leftover fish. The fish is always cooked perfectly and the breading is crispy and flavorful. I love that I can make it in my oven.


mekayla mcconachie
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I'm not a big fan of catfish, but this recipe changed my mind. The fish was cooked perfectly and the breading was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Elyab Biruk
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This catfish recipe is so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. The fish is always cooked perfectly and the breading is crispy and flavorful. I love that I can make it in my air fryer.


Javed Shah
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I've made this catfish recipe several times and it's always a winner. The fish is always cooked perfectly and the breading is crispy and flavorful. I love that it's a one-pan meal.


Ratul Ratul
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This catfish recipe is a hit at my house! The fish is always tender and flaky, and the breading is crispy and flavorful. I love that I can make it in my skillet.


TANVIR MAHMUDUL
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I love this catfish recipe! The fish is always cooked perfectly and the breading is crispy and flavorful. I always get compliments when I make this dish.


A R Baloch
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This was my first time making catfish and it turned out great! The breading was crispy and flavorful, and the fish was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Zahid Asif
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I've never made catfish before, but this recipe made it easy. The catfish was delicious and my family loved it. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Beth Wyatt
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This catfish recipe is a keeper! The fish was so tender and flaky, and the breading was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Skellerton Family
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The catfish was cooked to perfection and the breading was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Christopher Rosario
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The catfish was crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside. The cornmeal breading gave it a delicious flavor.


Azizurmasud Momo
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I've tried many catfish recipes, but this one is by far the best. The fish was so tender and flaky, and the breading was perfectly seasoned. I'll be using this recipe from now on!


Jeremy Bleich
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This catfish recipe was absolutely delicious! The fish was cooked perfectly and the breading was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


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