Louisiana Fried Catfish

Every southern kids favorite food.

Why it works: Slicing the fish thin allows the outside to get crispy,

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Pairing:

Hush puppies, Fries, Etouffee,

References:

• https://middendorfsrestaurant.com/

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VoHIDpo4Arw

Equipment:

• Bowl

• Fryer

• Roasting rack for draining

• Mixing bowl for dredge

Ingredients:

• 1# Catfish Filets (USA farmed look for Mississippi delta, Blue Channel is the best)

• 1/2 gallon Salt water (brine)

• Dredge

  • 120 grams AP flour

  • 120 grams Medium Corn meal

  • 10 grams Salt

  • 1 gram Cayenne Pepper

  • 1 gram Ground Mace

Instructions:

• Pat fish dry, and lay out on cutting board. With a sharp filet knife, shave fish into half cm plans. Thickness should be consistent between pieces.

• Soak Fish in brine for at least 30 minutes.

• Heat fryer to 350F.

• Dredge fish lightly, and fry until just golden. (Don't sit in fridge, the cornmeal with become doughy.

• Let dry on wire rack and towel.

Plating Instructions

serve with crystal hot sauce, or lemon

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