Serve fried catfish hot with a squeeze of lemon if desired.
Plate with green beans, dirty rice, potato salad, and toasted bread for a complete Southern meal.
Variations
Spicy catfish: Add cayenne or hot paprika to the cornmeal coating.
Vegetarian sides: Swap smoked meat in green beans for mushrooms or smoked tofu.
Extra flavor: Garnish dirty rice with chopped parsley or green onions.
