TORTILLA FRIED QUESO CATFISH

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/4 ounces lemon juice
1/2-ounce hot sauce
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 (5-ounce) catfish fillets
3 cups all-purpose flour, seasoned with salt and pepper
3 cups buttermilk
3 cups corn tortilla flakes
Vegetable oil, for deep-frying
9 ounces prepared chile con queso
3 ounces prepared pico de gallo
6 lime wedges

Steps:

  • Whisk the lemon juice, hot sauce, salt, and pepper together in a shallow bowl. Dip each catfish fillet in the lemon juice mixture. Dredge catfish in seasoned flour, followed by buttermilk, and then corn tortilla flakes to coat completely.
  • Pour oil into a large, deep saute pan until it comes about halfway up the sides of the pan. Heat oil to 350 degrees F. When oil is hot, carefully add fish fillets to pan, in batches if necessary, and deep-fry until golden brown, about 10 minutes total. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
  • Place 1 1/2 ounces of queso on each of 6 plates and top with the fried catfish. Place 1/2-ounce of pico de gallo on top of the catfish. Garnish with a lime wedge and serve.

Earl
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I'm not a big fan of catfish, but this recipe changed my mind. The fish was so tender and flavorful, and the queso was the perfect complement.


favour uka
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This was my first time making catfish, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the fish was delicious.


Valentina
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I love this recipe! The catfish is always crispy and the queso is always gooey. It's a great dish for a party or a weeknight dinner.


Shabnam subhan
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This recipe is a keeper! The catfish was cooked to perfection and the queso was so flavorful. I served it with rice and black beans, and it was a complete meal.


Chinecherem val
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I've never had catfish before, but this recipe was a great introduction. The fish was mild and flaky, and the queso was rich and creamy.


Regina Suddith
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Not bad, but not great either. The catfish was a bit bland and the queso was too thick.


SLOW
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Easy to make and very tasty!


awaisofficial Real
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This was the best catfish I've ever had! The queso was also delicious. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Dosta ali Mallah
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The catfish was a little dry, but the queso was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again, but I'll adjust the cooking time for the catfish.


vera deese
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. The catfish was cooked perfectly and the queso was very flavorful.


Imranahmed Imranahmed
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it always turns out great. I love how easy it is to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ratui 420
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Absolutely delicious! The catfish was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The queso was gooey and flavorful. I served it with rice and beans, and it was a hit with my family.