Guests will be asking for seconds after tasting these Southern fish dishes

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Ask a person what their favorite fish is, and you'll learn more about them than you'd imagine. Some people have never had any fish but breaded sticks and patties. Others have eaten only saltwater fish like cod and halibut, while some have consumed only freshwater fish such as trout and catfish. Some have eaten only salmon at a restaurant.
No matter what the answer, Southern-style fish is something everyone should experience. The herbs and spices are varied, cooking techniques are across the board, and the types of fish range from catfish to salmon and tuna. Feel free to use your favorite fish; it's the spices and techniques that make it Southern.
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Southern-style catfish with rice
This complete meal showcases two Southern dining classics: cornmeal-coated catfish and dirty rice. Bacon fat, Cajun spice and buttermilk add flavor, and the dirty rice makes the taste of the catfish sing. Get the recipe here.
Southern-fried fish
The secret to a good fish coating is bold herb and spice flavors that are powdered so they easily blend with the cornmeal. Be sure you have all the seasonings on hand to make the best catfish you've ever tasted. Remoulade and tartar sauce are excellent dipping sauces. Get the recipe here.
Southern salmon patties
A good many people have eaten salmon patties made with canned salmon. Coat some fresh salmon fillets with crushed saltine crackers, Old Bay Seasoning, grated onion, mayo and egg, and you'll never go back to the old patties. Get the recipe here.
Southern baked salmon
Forget dressing this salmon up with sauces. The spice- and garlic-spiked butter marinade seeps through the salmon as it marinates; poured over the salmon before baking, it makes a rich, flavorful accent. Fluffy rice or roasted potatoes are wonderful side dishes. Get the recipe here.
Southern cornmeal-fried catfish
Straight cornmeal can make a fish coating that's a tad too crisp. Adding flour lightens up these farm-raised catfish fillets. The buttermilk marinade tenderizes the fish and adds an appealing tang. Get the recipe here.
Southern tuna salad for sandwiches
Sadly, many people think tuna salad is just drained canned tuna mixed with mayonnaise. Chopped hardboiled egg, relish, crispy bits of fresh celery, chopped chives and a hint of Dijon mustard elevate this lunch sandwich favorite to executive status. Get the recipe here.
Southern tuna pasta salad
Pasta salads are always better if you let the ingredients marry in the refrigerator overnight. With tastebud tantalizers such as red and green onions and a healthy shot of garlic powder, this tuna pasta salad will dominate the table. Leftovers are doubtful. Get the recipe here.
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