Air Fryer Cajun Fried Catfish Crispy Easy Flavorful
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Craving crispy Air Fryer Cajun Fried Catfish This easy recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort Get ready for a quick delicious meal
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound Catfish Fillets, about 4 fillets, skinless
1 cup Buttermilk
1–2 tablespoons Hot Sauce
1 cup Yellow Cornmeal
½ cup All-Purpose Flour
2–3 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning
½ teaspoon Salt
¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
½ teaspoon Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Paprika
Cooking Spray
Instructions
Ensure your catfish fillets are properly prepared. Pat them dry with paper towels. This is crucial for achieving a crispy coating.
In a shallow dish, combine the buttermilk and hot sauce. Submerge the catfish fillets in the mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
While the catfish is marinating, prepare the breading mixture. In a separate shallow dish, combine the cornmeal, flour, Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Mix well.
Remove the catfish fillets from the buttermilk mixture. Dredge each fillet in the Cajun breading mixture, pressing gently. Shake off any excess breading.
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the breaded catfish fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
Air fry the catfish for 8-10 minutes, then carefully flip the fillets and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature of the catfish should reach 145°F (63°C).
Once the catfish is cooked, remove it from the air fryer and serve immediately. Enjoy it with your favorite sides.
