American SOUTHERN Vs. JORDANIAN Fried Food | Pan Pals 🍳

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Low-fat yogurt reduces calories while providing tanginess.

cajun seasoning

🥗Healthier: homemade spice mix

💰Cheaper: generic seasoning blend

Homemade spice mix can be tailored to taste and is often cheaper.

catfish fillets

🥗Healthier: tilapia

💰Cheaper: pollock

Tilapia is a leaner option, while pollock is often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola is often cheaper.

Rinse catfish fillets under cold water.

Lightly wash the catfish with water to help the coating stick.

In a shallow dish, combine 1 cup of flour and 4 cups of cornmeal.

Add 1 tablespoon of paprika to the mixture.

Season the fish with salt and black pepper before dredging.

Dredge the catfish in the cornmeal mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.

Heat oil in a large skillet until hot.

Carefully place the coated fillets in the hot oil, cooking until golden brown and crispy.

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