Description
A classic dish of Cajun fried catfish, featuring a crunchy cornmeal coating and zesty buttermilk marinade that bursts with flavor.
Ingredients
- 6 pounds catfish fillets
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup yellow mustard
- 3 tablespoons Tabasco sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 1 tablespoon Slap Ya Mama Cajun seasoning
- 4 cups vegetable oil or lard for frying
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
- 2 tablespoons Slap Ya Mama Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder or granulated garlic
- 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
Instructions
- Rinse the catfish fillets under cold running water. Pat them completely dry with paper towels.
- Whisk together the buttermilk, yellow mustard, Tabasco sauce, lemon juice, and Slap Ya Mama Cajun seasoning in a large bowl.
- Submerge the catfish fillets in the buttermilk marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to an hour.
- Mix the all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, remaining Slap Ya Mama Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper in a separate bowl.
- Heat 4 cups of vegetable oil or lard in a deep pan or fryer over medium-high heat until it reaches approximately 350°F.
- Dredge each fillet in the cornmeal mixture, ensuring a thick, even coating.
- Carefully place the coated catfish fillets into the hot oil and fry for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Place the fried catfish on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
For extra crunch, double-dredge the fish in the buttermilk marinade and cornmeal mix. Fresh ingredients enhance the flavor profile.
