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Delicious fried catfish served with spaghetti in a vibrant dish.

Fried Catfish and Spaghetti

A comforting dish featuring crispy fried catfish served alongside cheesy spaghetti, perfect for family dinners or weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 700 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Catfish

  • 4 fillets catfish fillets Use high-quality catfish for the best results.
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp paprika Adds flavor to the coating.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder Gives additional flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup buttermilk Essential for marinating catfish.
  • Oil for frying Oil for frying Use sufficient oil for shallow frying.

For the Spaghetti

  • 8 oz spaghetti Cooked until al dente.
  • 1 lb ground beef Provides protein.
  • 1 small onion, chopped Adds flavor to the sauce.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce Base for the spaghetti sauce.
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning Enhances the sauce flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Melted over spaghetti.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Soak the catfish fillets in buttermilk for about 15 minutes to tenderize them.
  • In a large bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.

Cooking

  • Dredge each catfish fillet in the cornmeal mixture until well-coated.
  • Fry the catfish in the hot oil for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  • In a large pot, boil salted water and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • In another skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add onions and garlic, cooking until fragrant.
  • Mix in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  • Toss the drained spaghetti with the sauce and sprinkle cheddar cheese over the top until melted.
  • Serve the fried catfish alongside the cheesy spaghetti.

Notes

Pair with sweet tea or lemonade, and consider crispy collard greens or buttery garlic bread as sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6g
Keyword Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Family Meal, fried catfish, Spaghetti
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