Fresh Fried Largemouth Bass

Nothing beats fresh fried fish and largemouth bass is one of the best. I actually prefer black bass over bream for this recipe. Serve with cut fries if desired.


Recipes · Seafood · Fish


Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Additional Time: 30 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

Ingredients List

  • 1 pound largemouth bass fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • 2 tablespoons salt

  • vegetable oil for frying

  • ½ cup yellow cornmeal

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper


Directions

  1. Place bass in a bowl. Add salt and cover with water. Cover and let sit for 30 minutes to draw out all blood. Rinse bass thoroughly to remove salt. Pat dry with paper towels.

  2. Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  3. Place cornmeal, flour, seasoned salt, paprika, and pepper in a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag. Zip and shake until evenly combined.

  4. Drop 2 pieces of bass into the bag, zip, and shake to coat. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining bass.

  5. Fry bass in the preheated deep fryer for 3 minutes per batch. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Serve immediately.

Editor's Notes:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of salt. The actual amount of salt consumed will vary.

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.


Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Nutrition Facts
419 Calories
27g Fat
20g Carbs
24g Protein


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