Spicy Fried Catfish

This classic Spicy Fried Catfish recipe brings bold Southern flavors right to your table! Coated in a seasoned cornmeal breading, each piece is fried until it’s perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Pair it with Fried Shrimp, lemon wedges, tartar sauce, and coleslaw for a classic fish fry spread! Love this recipe? Try my guides on How to Fry Fish and recipes for Oven Fried Catfish and Fish and Chips!

Since the New Year, I’ve been on a seafood kick. Every day, I find myself craving moist, flaky fillets. And honestly, what’s not to love? Fish can be baked, sautéed, grilled, and, best of all—fried!

Growing up in the South, I know my fried fish. Church-sponsored fish fries and family gatherings were filled with shrimp, snapper, and especially catfish, dredged in spicy cornmeal and fried to crispy perfection. It’s a comforting, flavorful tradition.

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