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Authentic Louisiana Fish Fry Recipe (Crispy Southern-Style Fried Fish)

submitted by freetasty on November 6, 2025
Source: https://freetasty.com/recipe/authentic-louisiana-fish-fry-recipe
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1 lb American Shad, fish, raw, fillet
contains animal productscontains fish
 1.06  (ea. 3.60 oz) Corn, yellow, sweet, raw
contains corn protein
 ½ cup Wheat flour, white, all-purpose, enriched
contains gluten
 1 tsp Cajun Spice Mix
½ tsp Paprika, ground, hot (spice)
½ tsp Garlic Powder
½ tsp Onion Powder
½ tsp Cayenne Pepper, ground
½ tsp Pepper, black, ground
1 tbsp Oil, Sunflower, high oleic (70% and over)
22.81 ozaltogether (view nutrition facts)

Preparation

  1. Serving size:
    5.70 oz (calculated)
  2. Temperature: 375 °F
  1. Prepare the Fish:
  2. Rinse and pat dry your fish fillets. If using catfish or whiting, cut large fillets in half for easier frying.
  3. Season:
  4. Lightly season both sides of the fish with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and optional hot sauce. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  5. Coat the Fish:
  6. In a bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne. Dredge the fillets in the dry mix, pressing to coat well.
  7. Heat the Oil:
  8. In a deep skillet or fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350–375°F (175–190°C). The oil should be deep enough to submerge the fish.
  9. Fry:
  10. Carefully add fish in batches. Fry for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
  11. Drain & Serve:
  12. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate. Serve hot with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or Louisiana-style hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts
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serving

  • Calorie count
    340 kcal
  • % of calories by macros
    Fat52.9 %180 kcal19.7 g
    Net Carbs20.0 %68 kcal16.8 g
    Dietary Fiber0.9 %3 kcal1.4 g
    Protein26.2 %89 kcal22 g
  • Approx. WW SmartPoints™
    2.7
  • Cholesterol 85 mg
  • Sodium 157.3 mg
  • Fat 19.7 g
    • Saturated Fat 4 g
    • Trans Fat 0 g
  • Carbohydrates 18.2 g
    • Dietary Fiber 1.4 g
    • Total Sugars 1.8 g
    • Added Sugar 0 g
    • Sugar alcohols 0 g
  • Protein 21.9 g
  • Calcium 61.5 mg
  • Iron 2.2 mg
  • Magnesium 50.1 mg
  • Potassium 554.2 mg
  • Zinc 0.7 mg
  • Vitamin A (Retinol Equivalents) 54.1 mcg
  • Vitamin B12 0.2 mcg
  • Vitamin C 2.2 mg
  • Folate 74.9 mcg
    • Folic Acid 24 mcg