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Southern Fried Catfish with Hushpuppies

Est. Cost: $3.99 | $1.00 per person

Estimated cost based on featured sale items only. Does not include common pantry staples (oil, salt, spices, etc.).

Southern ComfortMediumPrep: 20 minCook: 25 minServes: 4

Crispy cornmeal-crusted catfish fillets with golden hushpuppies for an authentic Southern fish fry.

Ingredients

  • 4 catfish fillets (about 1.5 lbs)

  • 1 cup cornmeal

  • 1/2 cup Bowl & Basket Flour (On Sale: 2/$5)

  • 2 eggs, beaten

  • 1 cup buttermilk

  • Vegetable oil for frying

  • 2 tsp Cajun seasoning

  • 1 Sweet Onion, finely diced for hushpuppies (On Sale: $1.49)

Directions

Step 1: Pat catfish fillets dry. Season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.

Step 2: Set up breading station: flour in one dish, beaten eggs in second, cornmeal mixed with 1 tsp Cajun in third.

Step 3: Dredge catfish in flour, dip in egg, then coat thoroughly in cornmeal mixture.

Step 4: Heat 2 inches oil in large skillet to 350°F. Fry fish 4-5 minutes per side until golden and flakes easily.

Step 5: For hushpuppies: mix remaining cornmeal, flour, diced onion, 1 egg, 1/2 cup buttermilk, and 1 tsp baking powder.

Step 6: Drop tablespoons of batter into 350°F oil. Fry 2-3 minutes until golden brown.

Step 7: Drain fish and hushpuppies on paper towels. Serve hot with lemon wedges and tartar sauce.

Chef's Tip: Keep oil temperature steady at 350°F for best results. Don't overcrowd the pan or temperature will drop.

Save by using Make your own hushpuppy batter with sale cornmeal mix instead of buying frozen and Serve with Coleslaw, tartar sauce, and lemon wedges.

Sale Prices Valid May 31, 2026 to June 6, 2026

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