If you've never had a traditional Cajun Fish Fry then you've missed out. Cajun people really know how to cook and seafood is a specialty. No matter the type of fish, this Cajun Fish Fry Recipe works.

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Frying fish is year round for us. Certain times of the year is better for certain types of fish.

One thing stays constant though. We always have a lot of fish.
If you're not as lucky as me, to have a husband that lives to fish, any store bought fish is fine I'm sure.

What makes this recipe so yummy

• The homemade Cajun Seasoning used in this recipe is perfection. It really makes the Louisiana fish fry the best.
• I am in Louisiana. I use a recipe that is commonly made by the people down the bayou.
• It's easy to make, I like to use resealable bags to make less dishes to wash.

Groceries you'll need: Ingredients

• All purpose Flour
• Yellow Cornmeal
• Cajun Seasoning
• Onion Powder
• Garlic Powder
• Yellow Mustard

See recipe card at the bottom of this post for quantities.

Recipe walkthrough: Instructions

• Step 1: Mix your fish fry ingredients together in a large resealable bag.
• Step 2: In another resealable bag add some mustard then add your fish filets. Allow to sit for about 15 minutes (or longer).
• Step 3: Once your grease has heated to 350°F, take some of the fish from the mustard and drop into the bag with the Cajun Fish Fry. Shake around to coat the filets.
• Step 4: Drop those breaded filets into the hot grease and cook over medium-high heat for about 3-4 minutes, until golden brown.
• Step 5: Remove with a slotted spoon and allow to dry on a baking sheet lined with paper towel.
• Step 6: Repeat with the remaining fish fillets.

Hint: Don't overcrowd the bag of fish fry. Just take around 6-8 filets at a time from the mustard into the fish fry bag. It's also best not to fry too much at the same time and overcrowd the pot.

Recipe variations and substitutions

• Hot Sauce - add a little heat to your fish fry, add some hot sauce to your mustard, or sprinkle over after frying.
• Lemons - serve with some lemon wedges to sprinkle some lemon juice.
• Creole Mustard - use this instead of regular mustard to give some more kick.

Necessary gear: Equipment

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Unless you're using an electric fryer, which is great for holding the temperature you want, I like to use a Dutch Oven for even heat.

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How to store leftovers

Once cooled completely store in an airtight container lined with paper towel in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Mel's kitchen notes

After you drop the fish into the hot oil, turn up the heat as the grease will drop in temperature quickly. Use a thermometer to keep an eye on the temperature. Once it has come back up turn the heat back down.

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