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Cornmeal-Crusted Catfish with Coleslaw

30 min4 servings🍳 1 pan$17.00560 cal · 33g protein

Ingredients

  • catfish fillets1½ lb
  • cornmeal¾ cup
  • Cajun seasoning2 tsp
  • buttermilk½ cup
  • coleslaw mix14 oz
  • coleslaw dressing½ cup
  • vegetable oil½ cup
  • lemon1 count
  • hot sauce1 tsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Toss the coleslaw mix with the dressing and refrigerate while you cook.

  2. 2

    Soak the catfish in buttermilk with a dash of hot sauce for a few minutes. Mix the cornmeal with Cajun seasoning and salt.

  3. 3

    Dredge each fillet in the cornmeal, pressing to coat.

  4. 4

    Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and fry the fish 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and flaky. Drain on paper towels.

  5. 5

    Serve with coleslaw and lemon wedges.

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