Fried Catfish with Tartar Sauce
AB from Smokin and Grillin wit AB here, and today I've got a recipe that'll transport you straight to the heart of the South - Fried Catfish with Tartar Sauce. Picture this: golden-brown crispy catfish fillets, seasoned to perfection, paired with a tangy homemade tartar sauce. It's a symphony of flavors that'll make your taste buds do a happy dance.
Servings: 4 people
Cost: $
Ingredients
- Catfish fillets
- Buttermilk
- Cornmeal
- AB's A Rub
- Salt and pepper
- Cooking oil (for frying)
- Creole Kick
For Tartar Sauce:
- Mayonnaise (olive oil version)
- Garlic and onion, minced
- Dill
- Sweet relish
- Lemon juice
- Salt
Instructions
- Pour buttermilk over catfish fillets and let them soak for about 15-20 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare the tartar sauce.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise (olive oil version), minced garlic, minced onion, dill, sweet relish, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Add a pinch of salt and mix well. Adjust ingredients to taste.
- In a separate bowl, combine cornmeal, salt, and pepper. You can also add your preferred seasoning (e.g., Creole seasoning) for extra flavor.
- After marinating, remove catfish from buttermilk. Coat each fillet evenly with the cornmeal mixture.
- Heat cooking oil in a pan to around 350-370°F (use a thermometer). Gently place the coated catfish fillets into the hot oil. Fry until the fillets are golden brown, approximately 4 minutes per side. Use a splatter guard if needed to reduce oil splattering.
- Once fried, transfer the catfish to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Serve the fried catfish hot with the prepared tartar sauce on the side.
- Garnish with lemon wedges and serve with your favorite sides. Enjoy your crispy and flavorful fried catfish!
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 380kcal