Tennessee River Catfish
Crispy Tennessee River Catfish features tender fillets coated in a flavorful cornmeal mixture, perfect for a Southern-style meal that pairs well with sides like hush puppies or coleslaw.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Begin heating 2 inches of vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a deep, heavy pot to 375°F.
- In a bowl, whisk together beer, mustard, salt, and pepper to create the batter.
- In a separate dish, combine the self-rising cornmeal and plain cornmeal.
- Dip the catfish fillets into the batter, then dredge them in the cornmeal mixture to coat thoroughly.
- Carefully place the coated fillets into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes per side.
- Remove the fried catfish from the oil and drain on paper towels before serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
286
kcal
14% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Diet fit
Under 400 cal
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).