F (63°C).
Step 6: Drain and Serve
Place fried catfish on paper towels or a wire rack to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or a splash of hot sauce.
Pro Tips
- Cornmeal is key: Use yellow cornmeal for the best crunch and flavor.
- Keep the oil hot: Maintain 350°F; if oil gets too cool, the coating turns soggy.
- Double-dip for extra crunch: Dip the fillets back in buttermilk and then coat again with cornmeal before frying.
- Use cast iron: It holds heat well
