Recipe Details
Ingredients
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½cupbuttermilk
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½cupwater
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salt and pepper, to taste
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1poundcatfish fillets, cut in strips
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1 ½cupsfine cornmeal
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½cupall-purpose flour
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1teaspoonseafood seasoning, such as Old Bay™
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1quartvegetable oil for deep frying
Cooking Directions
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Mix buttermilk, water, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Pour mixture into a flat pan large enough to hold fillets. Arrange fillets in a single layer in the pan, turning to coat each side. Set aside to marinate.
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Combine cornmeal, flour, and seafood seasoning in a 2-gallon resealable plastic bag. Add fillets to the bag, a few at a time, and tumble gently until evenly coated.
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Heat oil in a deep fryer to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).
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Fry fillets in hot oil until crisp and golden brown, about 3 minutes. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding, so fillets have room to brown properly. Drain on paper towels.
Editor’s Note
The nutritional analysis for this recipe reflects an estimated 10% of the oil for frying as well as the full amount of the coating and breading. Therefore, the values represented may not be accurate.
Nutrition Facts
Full Nutrition Label | |
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Servings Per Recipe2 | |
Calories1427 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 79g |
101% |
Saturated Fat 13g |
66% |
Cholesterol 145mg |
48% |
Sodium 800mg |
35% |
Total Carbohydrate 132g |
48% |
Dietary Fiber 6g |
21% |
Total Sugars 6g |
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Protein 46g |
91% |
Vitamin C 2mg |
2% |
Calcium 178mg |
14% |
Iron 9mg |
49% |
Potassium 905mg |
19% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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