It's a Fish Fry Recipe

Name: It's a Fish Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds catfish fillets; 2 cups buttermilk; Essence, recipe follows; 3 1/2 cups cornmeal; 1/2 cup flour; 2 cups homemade mayonnaise; 1/2 cup minced onions; 2 tablespoons minced shallots; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; juice of two lemons; 1 tablespoon hot sauce; 1 tablespoon finely chopped tarragon; 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley; Jalapeno Hush Puppies, recipe follows; Maw Maws Slaw, recipe follows; 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano; 1 tablespoon dried thyme; 1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal; 1/2 cup flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoons hot sauce; 1/4 cup minced onions; 2 fresh jalapenos, minced

Servings: persons

2 pounds catfish fillets
2 cups buttermilk
Essence, recipe follows
3 1/2 cups cornmeal
1/2 cup flour
2 cups homemade mayonnaise
1/2 cup minced onions
2 tablespoons minced shallots
1 tablespoon minced garlic
juice of two lemons
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon finely chopped tarragon
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
Jalapeno Hush Puppies, recipe follows
Maw Maws Slaw, recipe follows
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoons hot sauce
1/4 cup minced onions
2 fresh jalapenos, minced
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup milk
1/2 pound white cabbage, shredded
1/2 pound red cabbage, shredded
1/2 pound spinach, shredded
1 cup julienned red onions
2/3 cup chopped green onions
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
1 cup homemade mayonnaise
1/4 cup Creole Mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
2 teaspoons honey

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["Preheat the fryer.", "Marinate the fish in the buttermilk seasoned with 1 tablespoon Essence.", "In a mixing bowl, mix the cornmeal and flour together.", "Season the mixture with Essence, salt and pepper.", "Remove the fish from the buttermilk, removing any excess.", "Dredge each fish in the cornmeal, coating each side completely.", "Lay the fish in the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 7 minutes.", "Remove from the oil and drain on a paper-lined plate.", "Season with Essense.", "In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, onions, garlic, lemon juice, hot sauce, and herbs together.", "Mix thoroughly.", "Season with salt and pepper.", "Chill for 1 hour.", "Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.", "Yield: about 2/3 cup", "Recipe from ""New New Orleans Cooking"

2661

kcal

Calories

239

Fat

119

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 45 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds catfish fillets, 2 cups buttermilk, Essence, recipe follows, 3 1/2 cups cornmeal, and more.

Yes, It's a Fish Fry falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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