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Fried Catfish Sausage Grits

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A hearty Southern dish featuring crispy fried catfish served over creamy sausage grits, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 catfish fillets
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon seasoned salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
  • 2 cups stone ground grits
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a shallow bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cajun seasoning, seasoned salt, and black pepper.
  2. Season catfish fillets with salt and pepper, then dip each fillet in beaten eggs and coat thoroughly with the cornmeal mixture. Place on a wire rack and let rest for 10 minutes.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350°F. Fry catfish fillets in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a wire rack and keep warm.
  4. In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a boil. Slowly whisk in grits and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
  5. Stir in butter, heavy cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Add sliced smoked sausage and cook until heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve fried catfish over sausage grits. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately.

Notes

Fry catfish in batches to maintain oil temperature. For extra flavor, use smoked sausage. Adjust seasoning to taste.

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