Classic Fried Catfish
Ingredients
- 3/4 c. yellow cornmeal
- 1/4 c. flour
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tsp.cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 catfish fillets or whole catfish
- Vegetable oil
Instructions
Combine cornmeal, flour, salt, cayenne pepper and garlic powder. Coat catfish with mixture, shaking off excess. Fill deep pot or 12 in. skillet half full with vegetable oil. Heat to 350. Add catfish in single layer, and fry until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes. depending on size. Remove and drain on paper towels. Makes 4 servings
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