Classic Fried Catfish with Hushpuppies and Tartar Sauce
Fried fish, such as this U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish, is a traditional dish that is commonly found in southern states, but can be enjoyed by anyone, anywhere.
Featuring U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish
Ingredients
| 4 | U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish Fillets | |
| 120 g | yellow cornmeal | |
| 32 g | all-purpose flour | |
| 2 tsp | salt | |
| 1 tsp | cayenne pepper | |
| ¼ tsp | garlic powder | |
| Vegetable oil for frying | ||
Hushpuppies | ||
| 190 g | self-rising cornmeal | |
| 70 g | self-rising flour | |
| 1 tbsp | sugar | |
| 1 tsp | salt | |
| 22 g | jalapeños, finely chopped (optional) | |
| 4 | green onions, thinly sliced | |
| 240 ml | buttermilk | |
| 1 | large egg, beaten | |
| 117 g | sharp cheddar cheese, shredded | |
Tartar Sauce | ||
| 230 g | mayonnaise | |
| 2 tsp | Dijon mustard | |
| 3 tbsp | sweet pickles, finely chopped | |
| 2 tbsp | capers, chopped | |
| 3 tbsp | green onions (use white bulb of onion), finely chopped; reserve green leaves for making hushpuppies) | |
| 2 tsp | lemon juice | |
| 1 tbsp | fresh parsley, chopped | |
| Salt and pepper to taste | ||
