Description
A classic Southern fried fish recipe featuring a flavorful coating process that starts with a mustard base and combines cornmeal/flour with traditional Cajun seasonings. The recipe incorporates buttermilk, eggs, and multiple spices for an authentic Southern taste, resulting in crispy, well-seasoned fish with a tender interior.
Ingredients
To create a delicious southern fried fish recipe, you’ll need:
- Fresh fish filets (catfish, whiting, flounder, or trout)
- Cornmeal or all-purpose flour (or a mix of both)
- Buttermilk
- Eggs
- Yellow mustard
- Hot sauce
- Creole or Cajun seasoning
- Black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
- Cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
- Salt
- Peanut oil or vegetable oil for frying
- Lemon wedges for serving
These ingredients form the foundation of a crispy fried fish recipe that’s bursting with Southern flavors. The combination of cornmeal and flour creates a perfect coating, while the buttermilk and seasonings ensure a moist and flavorful interior. Remember, using fresh fish is key to achieving the best results in your southern fish fry.
Instructions
- Clean and pat dry your fish filets, then cut them into desired serving sizes.
- In a large skillet, pour 2-3 inches of canola oil and heat over medium-high heat.
- While the oil heats, lightly coat the fish filets with yellow mustard on both sides.
- Season the fish with a mixture of Cajun seasoning, Adobo, and Old Bay Seasoning.
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the fish fry mix with additional seasonings.
- Place the seasoned fish filets in the bag and shake to coat evenly.
- Once the oil is hot (test by dropping in a few crumbs of batter), carefully add the coated fish.
- Fry the fish for about 4 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fried fish and drain on paper towels.
- To keep the fish crispy, you can store it in a warm oven until all batches are done.
This southern fried fish recipe results in a perfectly crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Fried