| Southern Fried Catfish Recipe | Southern Fried Catfish Recipe Ingredients:- 4 Catfish Fillets 5oz - 7oz each
- 1 Large Egg
- 1/3 cup Whole Milk
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 40 Saltines
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne
- 6 cups Vegetable Oil
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Time: 40 min
Serves: 4
| Southern Fried Catfish Recipe Instructions:Whisk together egg, milk, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl.
Pulse saltines in a food processor until finely ground, then stir together with cayenne and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a shallow baking dish.
Dip 1 catfish fillet at a time into egg mixture, letting excess drip off, then dredge in saltines to coat and transfer to a wax-paper-lined tray.
Preheat oven to 300°F.
Heat oil in a 4- to 5-quart heavy pot over high heat until it registers 360°F on thermometer. Carefully lower 1 fillet at a time into oil then fry until golden and just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes.
Transfer fillet with a slotted spatula to a rack set over paper towels to drain briefly, then transfer to a shallow baking pan and keep hot in oven.
Fry remaining fillets in same manner, returning oil to 360°F each time.
| Southern Fried Catfish Recipe Cooking Time & Tips:- For cooking times please see above.
- Remember to only add a little salt to fish dishes
- If required, serve with your choice of sauce
| Southern Fried Catfish Recipe Serving Instructions & Ideas:- Serve with your choice of vegetables
- Fish generally goes well with white wine
- A healthy alternative to meat dishes
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