Throughout the Southeast, catfish are one of the most popular freshwater species for the table. They are a bit unique compared to other species, with a scaleless, slimy body. The method to clean them ...

1. Soak the Fish (Optional but Recommended): Place catfish fillets in buttermilk for at least 15–30 minutes (up to a few hours in the fridge). This tenderizes the fish and removes any strong flavor. 2 ...

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. The saying applies to a lot of things, but it’s especially true when talking about how to cook catfish, specifically Southern catfish cooking. I’m not suggesting that ...

Why should you learn how to clean a catfish? Because it doesn’t matter what kind of catfish live in your local waters—they’re all delicious. From big flatheads and blues to medium channel cats, to ...