Fried catfish is a delicious quick to prepare main seafood dish. The seasoned cornmeal coating creates a golden crispy crust. Serve with your favorite Southern-inspired side dishes. Dinner from the ocean is a real treat! Try more seafood meals like this The Best Lobster Tail Recipe , Garlic Butter Herb Scallops , or Cajun Garlic Butter Shrimp . Pan Fried Catfish If you’re looking for a quick and delicious fish dinner, fried catfish is a satisfying dish. The flakey white fish is perfect for pan-frying. The fillet is lightly coated with a cornmeal coating and fried until crispy. Plus, it only takes minutes to prepare and cook. Serve with savory side dishes for a complete meal. When my family is craving southern comfort food, if I’m not making buttermilk fried chicken , this fish recipe is always a hit! How to Fry Catfish Season the catfish fillets with salt and pepper. Combine cornmeal, flour, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Dredge the fish in t...