Buffalo Old Bay Catfish Strips

Ready to spice up your dinner with a delicious twist on classic fried fish? These Spicy Buffalo Old Bay Catfish Strips are a delightful blend of crispy and savory flavors, bringing a unique spin to your table. Perfect for fish lovers and those who enjoy a bit of heat!

Ingredients

🛢️ 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
🐟 1 pound catfish, cut into strips
🌾 1 cup all-purpose flour
🌽 1 cup fish fry mix or cornmeal
🥚 1 egg
🌶️ 2 tablespoons hot sauce
🥣 1 tablespoon mustard
🌶️ 2 tablespoons Old Bay hot sauce
🌶️ 2 tablespoons Frank's hot sauce
🧈 2 tablespoons butter
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🥫 1 teaspoon Sazon
🧅 1 teaspoon onion powder
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
🧂 1/2 teaspoon paprika
🏖️ 1/2 teaspoon pink sea salt
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
🌿 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

1- Prep the Fish:

• Place catfish strips in a bowl. Add mustard and hot sauce, mixing to coat the fish thoroughly. Set aside to marinate.

2- Prepare the Breading:

• In another bowl, combine all-purpose flour, fish fry mix or cornmeal, garlic powder, Sazon, onion powder, cayenne pepper, paprika, pink sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

3- Prepare the Egg Wash:

• In a separate bowl, beat the egg with the Old Bay hot sauce and Frank's hot sauce until well blended.

4- Coat the Fish:

• Dip each marinated catfish strip into the egg wash, allowing excess to drip off. Then, dredge in the flour mixture, pressing lightly so the coating adheres well.

5- Fry the Fish:

• Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the coated catfish strips. Fry in small batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.

6- Prepare the Buffalo Sauce:

• In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in additional hot sauce to taste.

7- Toss and Serve:

• Once fish strips are fried, toss them gently in the buffalo sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approximately 350 per serving
Nutritional Breakdown (per serving): Protein: 25g, Fat: 20g, Carbohydrates: 15g
Equipment: Mixing bowls, skillet, saucepan

Cooking Tips:

• Adjust spicy levels with the amount of hot sauce used both for marinating and the final sauce.
• Test one strip first to ensure the oil is at the right temperature for frying.

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Spicy Buffalo Old Bay Catfish Strips