Crispy Catfish Fingers
Crispy catfish fingers feature tender fish coated in crunchy cracker and cornmeal crumbs, perfect for seafood lovers seeking a flavorful, easy-to-make appetizer or main dish.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Slice the catfish fillets diagonally into 1-inch wide strips and set aside.
- Combine all-purpose flour, salt, and coarsely ground pepper in a shallow dish.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg and milk together.
- Mix crushed buttery crackers and yellow cornmeal in another shallow dish.
- Dredge the catfish strips in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg mixture, and coat with the crumb mixture.
- Pour vegetable oil into a heavy skillet to a depth of 1 1/2 inches and heat to 375°F (medium-high heat).
- Fry the coated catfish strips in hot oil, a few at a time, for 3 to 5 minutes or until golden brown.
- Drain the fried catfish strips on paper towels.
- Serve immediately with commercial tartar sauce.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
619
kcal
31% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Diet fit
High-fiber
Contains
Milk
Egg
Wheat/Gluten
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).