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.

Triple-Dipped Fried Chicken Ultra Crispy Triple-Dipped Buttermilk Fried Chicken Ingredients: 4 bone-in chicken thighs 4 bone-in chicken drumsticks 2 cups buttermilk 2 teaspoons hot sauce (optional) 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon paprika 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon salt 2 large eggs 2 tablespoons water Vegetable oil, for frying Directions: In a large bowl, mix buttermilk and hot sauce. Submerge the chicken pieces, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for maximum flavor and tenderness. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne, black pepper, and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs with water to create an egg wash. Remove the chicken from the marinade and let excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the seasoned flour, then dip into the egg wash, and finally dredge again in the flour mixture—repeat this step twice for that triple-dipped crunch. Place coated chicken on a rack and let it rest for 10–15 minutes to set the crust. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the chicken in batches without overcrowding for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Drain on a wire rack or paper towels. Serve hot! Prep Time: 20 minutes + marinating | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes + marinating Kcal: 630 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #friedchicken #crispychicken #southernfried #comfortfood #buttermilkfriedchicken #homestylecooking #deepfriedgoodness #crunchyoutside #juicychicken #goldenfried #southerndinner #homemadefriedchicken #familyfavorites #friedchickendinner #chickendrumsticks #cravethecrunch #buttermilkmarinated #triplecoated #soulfoodvibes #classicfriedchicken Crispy doesn’t even begin to describe it! This Triple-Dipped Fried Chicken is a crunchy, juicy masterpiece perfect for your next weekend feast.

Spicy Sichuan Chicken (La Zi Ji) Fiery Sichuan Dry-Fried Chicken with Chilies and Peppercorns Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon white pepper 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1/2 cup dried red chilies (mild to hot, depending on preference) 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns 4 cloves garlic, sliced 1 inch ginger, sliced 2 scallions, chopped Oil for deep frying Directions: In a bowl, marinate the chicken with Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, salt, white pepper, and cornstarch for 15–20 minutes. Heat enough oil in a wok or deep skillet to deep fry. Once hot (about 350°F/175°C), fry the marinated chicken in batches until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels. Remove excess oil from the wok, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Reheat and stir-fry Sichuan peppercorns for 10 seconds until fragrant. Add dried red chilies, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 30–40 seconds until aromatic. Add the fried chicken and toss everything together for 1–2 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped scallions before serving. Enjoy hot with steamed rice or as part of a shared meal. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #sichuanchicken #laziji #spicychinesefood #dryfriedchicken #sichuankitchen #chinesehotdish #crispychickenbites #authenticchinese #hotandnumbing #peppercornchicken #spicyrecipes #wokcooking #chinesetakeoutstyle #spicyasianfood #fireinchicken #szechuanflavors #deepfriedchicken #redchiliheat #scallionchicken #hotchickenalert Craving something bold? Spicy Sichuan Chicken (La Zi Ji) is an explosion of heat and flavor—crispy chicken tossed with chilies and peppercorns!

Fried Butterflied Shrimp Crispy Golden Fried Butterflied Shrimp with Spicy Dipping Sauce Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and butterflied 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 2 large eggs 1 cup panko breadcrumbs Vegetable oil, for frying For the spicy dipping sauce: 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon Creole mustard aioli (or Dijon mustard) 1 teaspoon hot sauce 1 teaspoon lemon juice Directions: In a shallow bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs. Place panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl. Dip each butterflied shrimp first in the flour mixture, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels. For the dipping sauce, whisk together mayonnaise, Creole mustard aioli, hot sauce, and lemon juice. Serve alongside fried shrimp. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: Approx. 300 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #friedshrimp #butterfliedshrimp #crispyshrimp #seafoodrecipes #deepfried #appetizerideas #spicydipping #seafoodlover #easyrecipes #crispyfood #partyfood #fingerfood #southernfood #foodie #quickmeals #shrimprecipes #seafoodfeast #comfortfood #homemadefood #friedgoodness Crunchy, golden, and oh-so-delicious! These Fried Butterflied Shrimp are perfect finger food for any occasion!

Fried Shrimp Crispy Southern-Style Fried Shrimp Ingredients: 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off) 1 cup buttermilk 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional) 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup cornmeal 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) Salt and black pepper to taste Vegetable oil, for frying Lemon wedges and parsley, for serving Directions: Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. In a medium bowl, combine buttermilk and hot sauce. Add shrimp and let marinate for 15–30 minutes in the refrigerator. In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove shrimp from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere. Fry the shrimp in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain. Serve hot with lemon wedges, fresh parsley, and your favorite dipping sauce (remoulade, cocktail, or tartar). Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #friedshrimp #southerncooking #seafoodlover #crispyshrimp #shrimprecipes #comfortseafood #buttermilkshrimp #easyfriedfood #seafoodtreat #shrimpdinner #homemadeshrimp #goldenfried #deepfriedshrimp #familyfavorites #flavorfulbites #weekendmeals #partyappetizer #shrimpcravings #seafoodcravings #shrimpfest Golden and crispy Fried Shrimp that crunch with every bite – perfect for dipping and devouring! 🍤💛🔥