Craving some Southern-style comfort food that’s packed with flavor? These fried catfish nuggets will hit the spot! Coated in a seasoned cornmeal mixture and fried to a perfect golden-brown crisp, they’re perfect for any gathering or family dinner. Here’s a step-by-step guide to creating these delightful bites.
Ingredients
Catfish Nuggets:
- 4 catfish fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups cornmeal
- 1 ½ cups flour
- 3 tbsp mustard
- 1 tbsp seasoning salt (adjust to your taste)
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 3 cups vegetable oil (enough for frying)
Optional Dipping Sauces:
- Tartar sauce
- Hot sauce
Flour Seasoning:
- 1 tsp seasoning salt
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
Directions
1. Prepare Your Fish: Start by cleaning your catfish fillets thoroughly, then cut them into bite-sized pieces. Put these into a bowl and drizzle mustard over them to coat evenly.
2. Season the Fish: Add the seasoning salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika to the bowl of catfish nuggets. Mix well to ensure each piece is well-seasoned.
3. Make the Cornmeal Coating: In a separate bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, and additional seasonings (seasoning salt, garlic powder, pepper, and paprika). Mix thoroughly.
4. Coat the Catfish: Roll each catfish nugget in the cornmeal mixture until fully coated.
5. Fry to Perfection: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry the catfish nuggets in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook each batch for about 4-5 minutes or until the coating is golden brown and the fish is cooked through.
6. Cool and Serve: Place the cooked catfish nuggets on a cooling rack for 5 minutes to allow excess oil to drain. Serve hot with tartar sauce, hot sauce, or lemon wedges.
Nutrition and Timing
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 300 kcal per serving
- Servings: 4 servings
Enjoy your delicious, crispy fried catfish nuggets, and don’t forget to add your favorite dipping sauces for an extra flavor kick!
Fried Catfish Nuggets
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
Fried Catfish Nuggets are a crispy and delicious dish that’s perfect for a flavorful snack or meal. This savory dish combines the rich taste of catfish with a crispy coating, creating a delightful and irresistible dish.
Ingredients
4 catfish, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cups cornmeal
1 ½ cups flour
3 tbsp mustard
1 tbsp seasoning salt (to your liking)
1 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp paprika
3 cups vegetable oil (enough to fry)
Tartar sauce (optional, for dipping)
Hot sauce (optional)
Flour Seasoning:
1 tsp seasoning salt
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tsp pepper
1 tsp paprika
Instructions
Clean your fish.
Preheat your oil to 350°F (175°C).
Cut your catfish into bite-sized pieces and place into a bowl.
Drizzle mustard over your catfish.
Season your catfish nuggets with the seasoning salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well.
In a separate bowl, add the cornmeal, flour, and seasonings. Mix well.
Coat the catfish thoroughly with the cornmeal mixture.
Add the catfish to the oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Cook until golden brown.
Place on a cooling rack for 5 minutes.
Enjoy with tartar sauce, lemon wedges, or hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 300