Fish And Hush Puppy Skillet With Ketchup Tartar Sau

Name: Fish And Hush Puppy Skillet With Ketchup Tartar Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups self-rising cornmeal mix; 1/4 cup sliced scallion; 1 red jalapeno chile, seeded and minced; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 3/4 cup lager beer; 1/2 cup buttermilk; 1 egg; 1/4 cup canola oil; 2 catfish fillets, cut into 2-inch pieces (8 oz. each); 1/2 cup fish-fry mix (we use Zatarain's); 1/2 cup ketchup; 1/3 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons dill pickle relish; 1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradish

Servings: persons

2 cups self-rising cornmeal mix
1/4 cup sliced scallion
1 red jalapeno chile, seeded and minced
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup lager beer
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 egg
1/4 cup canola oil
2 catfish fillets, cut into 2-inch pieces (8 oz. each)
1/2 cup fish-fry mix (we use Zatarain's)
1/2 cup ketchup
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradish

1
Preheat oven to 450u00b0.
2
Combine the cornmeal mix, scallions, jalapeno, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
3
Whisk together the beer, buttermilk, and egg; stir into cornmeal mixture; set aside.
4
Heat oil in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet until it shimmers.
5
Dredge each fish piece in fish-fry mix, then fry, on only one side, in hot oil, 2 minutes.
6
Pour hush puppy batter over fish in skillet.
7
Transfer skillet to oven and bake until hush puppy is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 15 minutes.
8
Let meal rest 5 minutes, then loosen edges with a knife.
9
Top skillet with a serving plate, and flip both the plate and skillet over together quickly (Use caution, skillet will still be very hot).
10
Cut into wedges and serve with sauce.
11
Sauce: whisk together ketchup, mayonnaise, relish, and horseradish in a small bowl.

645

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups self-rising cornmeal mix, 1/4 cup sliced scallion, 1 red jalapeno chile, seeded and minced, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Fish And Hush Puppy Skillet With Ketchup Tartar Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fish And Hush Puppy Skillet With Ketchup Tartar Sauce

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