James Clesi can't even begin to give you a count for how many catfish fillets he'll fry between Ash Wednesday and Easter, but as Lent begins, he knows he's heading into catfish season. "People just ...

Anglers for catfish can boil the whole pursuit down to two basic loves: the love of a good fight, and the love of a good meal. Fishing for catfish doesn’t require the finesse and arguable elegance ...

This Southern fried catfish recipe uses buttermilk and cornmeal to create a crispy, golden brown crust. It is easy to make and full of flavor. Fried catfish was a staple when I was growing up in rural ...

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. The saying applies to a lot of things, but it’s especially true when talking about how to cook catfish, specifically Southern catfish cooking. I’m not suggesting that ...

· Heat the peanut oil in a 5-quart Dutch oven over high heat until it reaches 350 degrees F on a deep-fry thermometer. · Cut excess fat from the catfish fillet; place in ice cold water. · Whisk the ...

In a large bowl or Ziplock bag, combine buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Add catfish. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 8 hours. In a large shallow bowl, whisk to combine ...

There are plenty of of fish in the sea and as many ways to prepare them. But while species preference may vary, frying remains the most popular culinary method. Sure, grilling, smoking, baking, and ...

Kentucky knows how to fry catfish better than just about anywhere else in the country. Across the Bluegrass State, family-owned restaurants and local favorites serve up golden, crispy fillets that ...