Crispy Cornmeal Catfish with Tomato & Lettuce
Golden, crunchy catfish nuggets dusted in seasoned cornmeal, fried until the edges crackle. Serve with fresh tomato and lettuce for a Southern snack that tastes like a coastal dive bar.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
- 1 lb catfish fillets
- ¾ cup cornmeal
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1.5 tsp cajun seasoning
- 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
- 2 cups lettuce, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Cut catfish into 2-inch nuggets. Mix cornmeal, flour, cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl.
- 2
Pat catfish nuggets dry with paper towels. Coat each piece thoroughly in the cornmeal mixture.
- 3
Heat 0.5 inch of neutral oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 2 minutes.
- 4
Working in batches, fry nuggets until golden brown and crispy, 2–3 minutes per side. Don't crowd the pan.
- 5
Transfer cooked nuggets to a paper-towel-lined plate. Season lightly with salt while hot.
- 6
Arrange tomato slices and lettuce on a plate. Pile warm catfish nuggets on top and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- 10-inch skillet
- shallow bowl
- paper towels
- slotted spoon or spider strainer
- cutting board and knife
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