Cajun Crusted Snapper Fillets:
Bayou Classic


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Prep Time:        10 Minutes
Cook Time:      6 Minutes

 

Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ Cups Dry Bread Crumbs
  • 1 ½ Teaspoons Cajun Seasoning
  • Salt to Taste
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 Cup Buttermilk
  • 1 ½ lbs. Red Snapper Fillets, Bones Removed
  • 1 Cup Flour
  • Vegetable Oil as Needed

 

Directions:

  • Toss the bread crumbs, Cajun seasoning, and salt in a bowl.  In a separate bowl, beat eggs with the buttermilk.  Toss the fish in with the flour, shake off the excess, and dip into the egg.  Shake off the excess egg and press into the breadcrumb mixture.  Set aside.
  • Heat about 1/8 inch of oil in a heavy bottomed skillet over medium-high heat.  Cook for 3 to 5 minutes per side until the fish flakes easily and has browned.

 

 Equipment Use:

    • 12” Cast Iron Skillet
    • 2 Qt. Dutch Oven