How to Make Fried Catfish Nuggets - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something so satisfying about biting into a perfectly crispy, golden brown piece of fried catfish. And when it comes in the form of bite-sized nuggets, it's even better. Whether you're a fan of seafood or just looking for a delicious new dish to add to your repertoire, these fried catfish nuggets are sure to become a favorite.

Not only are they incredibly tasty, but they're also easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of prep work, you can have a batc...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds catfish fillets, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons dried thyme leaves
  • 1 cup spicy brown mustard
  • 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Place catfish pieces into a mixing bowl and sprinkle with thyme leaves; toss to coat. Mix in mustard with your hands. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk together flour, salt, black pepper, and baking soda in a large bowl. Dip catfish pieces, one at a time, into flour mixture and shake off excess.
  • Working in batches, fry catfish nuggets in hot oil until no longer translucent in the center and outside is golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Let oil come back up to temperature between batches.
  • Nutrition

    395 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 53mg
    • Sodium: 898mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 73mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 424mg