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Quick Fried Catfish with Oven Fries

July 4, 2016 by Food For Net

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Quick Fried Catfish with Oven Fries

Fried Catfish with Oven Fries This fried catfish and oven fries dish is an American spin on the British classic of fish & chips. Enjoy it with your favorite tartar sauce and a crisp sparkling beverage! Catfish4 6-ounce Catfish Fillets1 cup Fine Cornmeal1.5 tablespoons Flour1.5 teaspoons Baking Powder0.5 teaspoon Salt1 teaspoon Black Pepper0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder0.5 teaspoon Onion Powder0.5 teaspoon Cayenne3 cups Canola OilTartar Sauce1 Lemon, sliced into wedgesOven Fries5 medium Russet Potatoes1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil1 teaspoon Sea SaltBlack Pepper1 teaspoon Paprika Heat canola oil in heavy-bottomed skillet to 340 F. Meanwhile, blend the cornmeal, flour, baking powder,…
Quick Fried Catfish with Oven Fries
Quick Fried Catfish with Oven Fries
2016-07-04
Food For Net
A house favorite, especially with ketchup for the kids. We all devoured it and will definitely make it again!

Fried Catfish with Oven Fries

Speed - 95%
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A house favorite, especially with ketchup for the kids. We all devoured it and will definitely make it again!

User Rating: 5 ( 1 votes)

Fried Catfish with Oven Fries

This fried catfish and oven fries dish is an American spin on the British classic of fish & chips. Enjoy it with your favorite tartar sauce and a crisp sparkling beverage!
Pin Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Catfish

  • 4 6-ounce Catfish Fillets
  • 1 cup Fine Cornmeal
  • 1.5 tablespoons Flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne
  • 3 cups Canola Oil
  • Tartar Sauce
  • 1 Lemon, sliced into wedges

Oven Fries

  • 5 medium Russet Potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika

Instructions

  • Heat canola oil in heavy-bottomed skillet to 340 F.
  • Meanwhile, blend the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic & onion powder and cayenne in a large bowl.
  • Pat the catfish dry and dip each side in the cornmeal mixture.
  • Fry in hot oil, 5-7 minutes each side, until golden. Set aside to drain.
  • For fries, preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Rinse well, and slice the potatoes into ½” thick wedges
  • Line baking sheet with baking paper and spread potato slices over.
  • Drizzle olive oil over potatoes, and sprinkle salt and pepper and paprika.
  • Bake until crispy and golden brown, 15-20 minutes, stirring partway through.
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Fried catfish lives in Americana folklore as a staple in many regions' diets. It's delicious breaded with cornmeal, another crop native to the Americas. Find the best quality catfish and heirloom medium-to-coarse-ground cornmeal you can, and you've got yourself the makings of a memorable meal. Add your favorite tartar sauce (whether store bought or homemade!), a dash of lemon juice, and your favorite fresh beverage for a delicious meal.

The classic pairing of ‘chips' or in our case here oven fries, makes the dish. We've decided to include a recipe for oven fries, so that the dish is not entirely fried. This method of baking the fries is a bit healthier and while it takes a little longer, the results are just as delicious!

Fried Catfish Oven Fries Ingredients Prep Pan Table Top Down

Pre-heat canola oil (or any vegetable oil suitable for frying) over medium-high heat in heavy-bottomed skillet to 340 F. You can use a thermometer here to measure the temperature if you'd like, or flick a few small pieces of flour into the oil– if it sizzles like it's cooking, the oil is ready. Remember to not warm it to the point that it smokes, as this can cause a release of carcinogenic compounds, not to mention it tastes bad and you will have to start over!

While your oil is heating, whisk together the cornmeal, all purpose flour, baking powder, salt, freshly ground pepper, garlic and onion powder and cayenne in a large bowl. Make sure you break up any clumps and whisk well enough to distribute the baking powder evenly. Baking powder is included in this recipe because it will help give the crispy exterior a little more air and prevent it from being too soggy. The cayenne is of course optional, but it gives a nice kick!

Fried Catfish Oven Fries Prep Raw Breading Pan Stove

 

Pat the catfish of any excess liquid and dredge each side in the cornmeal mixture, being sure to shake off any excess dry ingredients so there are no clumps. Fry two at a time in hot oil, just 5-7 minutes each side, or until golden and crispy. Set aside on a baking tray lined with paper towels to drain, and season again with flaky sea salt.

Fried Catfish Oven Fries Frying Process Prep Plate Stove Pan OilMeanwhile for the fries, preheat your oven to 425 degrees F. I like to use Russet potatoes, as they have the proper starch content for fries. Rinse the potatoes well, and slice them into wedges no thicker than 1/2 an inch. If you have the time to soak them beforehand, make a lukewarm saltwater mixture and let the cut fries marinate in that, which will help remove some of their starch and make them easier to bake and crisp up! If you don't have the time, don't worry! Just cut them, place them in a bowl and toss them with the olive oil, sea salt and freshly ground pepper, and paprika.

Fried Catfish Oven Fries Prep Potatoes Knife Cut Pan

Line a baking sheet with baking or parchment paper and spread the dressed potato slices evenly over it. Bake in your preheated oven until crispy and golden brown, 15-20 minutes, stirring partway through.

Fried Catfish Oven Fries Fried Pan Stove Detail

Serve fried catfish with chips and a side of tartar sauce or ketchup. Enjoy!

Fried Catfish Oven Fries Two Plates Detail Dinner Square Plates Lemon

Fried Catfish Oven Fries Top Down Two Plates Dinner Cutlery Food

Fried Catfish Oven Fries Top Down Detail Cutlery Square Plate Lemon Tartar Sauce

Fried Catfish Oven Fries Prep Area Knife Pan Clean Up

Fried Catfish with Oven Fries

This fried catfish and oven fries dish is an American spin on the British classic of fish & chips. Enjoy it with your favorite tartar sauce and a crisp sparkling beverage!
Pin Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Catfish

  • 4 6-ounce Catfish Fillets
  • 1 cup Fine Cornmeal
  • 1.5 tablespoons Flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne
  • 3 cups Canola Oil
  • Tartar Sauce
  • 1 Lemon, sliced into wedges

Oven Fries

  • 5 medium Russet Potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika

Instructions

  • Heat canola oil in heavy-bottomed skillet to 340 F.
  • Meanwhile, blend the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic & onion powder and cayenne in a large bowl.
  • Pat the catfish dry and dip each side in the cornmeal mixture.
  • Fry in hot oil, 5-7 minutes each side, until golden. Set aside to drain.
  • For fries, preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Rinse well, and slice the potatoes into ½” thick wedges
  • Line baking sheet with baking paper and spread potato slices over.
  • Drizzle olive oil over potatoes, and sprinkle salt and pepper and paprika.
  • Bake until crispy and golden brown, 15-20 minutes, stirring partway through.
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