Description
This flavorful and crispy fish fry seasoning will elevate your fried fish to a whole new level. With the perfect balance of savory, spicy, and zesty, it’s a family favorite that’s sure to impress at any gathering. Whether you’re frying up catfish, tilapia, or trout, this homemade seasoning mix brings authentic Southern flair to your dish. Get ready for crispy perfection!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for heat)
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (for extra smoky flavor)
Instructions
- Combine the Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, thyme, salt, ground mustard, and smoked paprika. Mix well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed. - Prepare the Fish:
Dredge your fish fillets (fresh or thawed) in the seasoning mixture, making sure each fillet is evenly coated. You can also dip them in buttermilk before dredging to ensure the coating sticks. - Fry the Fish:
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan or deep fryer over medium-high heat. Once the oil reaches around 350°F (175°C), carefully place the coated fish into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 4-6 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the fish. - Drain and Serve:
Once fried, remove the fish from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce and sides.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- This seasoning also works wonderfully on fried shrimp or chicken.
- For extra crunch, you can add a small amount of rice flour to the seasoning mix.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper to suit your desired heat level.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Seasoning, Side Dish, Fish Fry
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon of seasoning per serving
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0g
Keywords: fish fry seasoning, Southern seasoning, homemade fish fry mix, fried fish, crispy fish fry