Crispy Catfish with Sweet Potato Fries
Golden crusty catfish paired with crispy sweet potato fries for a perfect Southern-style meal.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
Ingredients
Catfish:
- 1/2 pound catfish fillets
- 1/2 cup bran cereal crushed
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
- Sea salt to taste
- Ground black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground bay leaf
- 1 egg whisked
Sweet Potato Fries:
- 4 sweet potatoes cut into French fries
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
Instructions
- Pat the catfish fillets dry with a kitchen towel.
- In a shallow bowl, combine bran cereal, parmesan cheese, sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and ground bay leaf.
- In another bowl, whisk the egg until frothy.
- Dip the catfish fillets into the egg mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Dredge the fillets in the bran cereal mixture, turning to coat thoroughly.
- Spritz the Air Fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 390°F (200°C).
- Place the coated catfish fillets in the basket and cook for 10 minutes.
- Flip the fillets over and cook for an additional 4 minutes until golden and crispy.
- In a separate bowl, drizzle the melted butter over the sweet potato fries and toss to coat.
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 380°F (190°C).
- Cook the sweet potato fries in the Air Fryer for 30 minutes, shaking the basket occasionally.
- Serve the crispy sweet potato fries over the warm catfish fillets.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice
Pair with a semi-dry Riesling or a light, citrusy Chardonnay to balance the savory and sweet elements.
Nutrition values
Calories: 481 kcal | Carbohydrates: 37.5 g | Protein: 31.3 g | Fat: 25.4 g | Sugar: 6.6 g