Southern Fried Catfish Crispy Southern-Style Catfish with Cornmeal Crust and Cajun Flavor Ingredients: 4 catfish fillets 1 cup buttermilk 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional) 1 cup cornmeal 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) Vegetable oil, for frying Lemon wedges and chopped parsley, for garnish Directions: In a shallow dish, combine buttermilk and hot sauce. Add catfish fillets and marinate for 30–60 minutes in the fridge. In another dish, whisk together cornmeal, flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne. Heat about 2 inches of oil in a deep skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C). Remove catfish from the buttermilk, letting the excess drip off. Dredge each fillet in the cornmeal mixture, pressing lightly to adhere. Fry catfish in batches (don’t overcrowd) for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve hot with lemon wedges and chopped parsley. Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 30 min marinating) | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 380 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #southernfriedcatfish #catfishrecipe #southerncooking #friedfish #cornmealcrust #soulfood #castironcooking #crispycatfish #southerncomfortfood #homestylemeals #deepfriedgoodness #seafoodrecipes #fishfryfriday #easycatfish #buttermilkmarinated #southernkitchen #cajunflavors #rusticmeals #goldencrust #southernclassic Golden, crispy, and full of Southern flavor! This Southern Fried Catfish is the perfect comfort food for any day of the week.

Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce Spicy and Savory Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste) 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Directions: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Stir in Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper, cooking for another 1 minute to toast the spices. Remove from heat and stir in fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve warm. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Kcal: 120 kcal per 2 tablespoons | Servings: 4 servings #cajunbuttersauce #garlicbuttersauce #spicysauce #cajunflavors #homemadesauce #buttersauce #garliclover #spicybutter #seafoodsauce #dipsandsauces #flavorfulsauce #cajunseasoning #easyrecipes #butterlover #southerncooking #saucelovers #garlicrecipe #simpleingredients #quickrecipe #flavorboost Elevate your meals with this zesty Cajun Garlic Butter Sauce — perfect for seafood, steak, or roasted veggies! Garlic and spice come together in buttery perfection. 🧄🔥🧈