The southern fried fish is a Southern dish that has been around for centuries. It was originally served as the cheapest way to eat protein in the South, but now it’s seen as an iconic dish, and one of America’s most popular dishes.

Extra Crispy: The History of Southern Fried Fish. Recipes

In the 1800s, southern fried fish was a cheap way to feed your family. The first known recipe for it comes from a Louisiana cookbook that includes adding bread crumbs and spices like salt and pepper to striped bass before frying it.

In the 1900s, southern fried fish started getting a lot more complicated. Some recipes called for frying it in bacon fat or adding eggs and milk to the batter before dipping it into flour and then cooking.

Southern-fried fish is still popular now, but different variations have emerged over time (including beer-battered southern-fried catfish).

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How To Make Southern Fried Fish

1. Cut the fish into pieces and soak them in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes

2. Mix together flour, salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder and onion powder in a bowl

3. Put some oil on a pan or skillet to fry your fish

4. Dip each piece of fish in the batter mix before frying it until golden brown

5. Serve with lemon wedges and tartar sauce (optional)

LET US COOK FOR YOU

You know that feeling when you walk into a restaurant and the smell of fried fish just hits your nose?

That’s what we do here at Ms. Piggies’ Smokehouse. We fry up southern-style fish to perfection every day. And it doesn’t stop there!

We also serve up some of the best pork steaks and bbq ribs around in hickory-smoked flavor. If you’re looking for a good time with great St. Louis barbecue then come on down to Ms. Piggies’ Smokehouse!

It’s not just about our delicious fried fish- we have plenty of other options too!

Our menu includes all your favorite pulled pork, beef polish, and even a few vegan dishes if that’s your thing (we won’t judge). So whether you’re coming in for lunch or dinner – or both – make sure to save room for dessert because our pie-of-the-day is outta this world!

Order Online today before these mouthwatering southern-fried goodies fly off our warming tables! View Ms. Piggies’ Smokehouse menu.