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Ingredients
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Fried Catfish
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Catfish
Soak the catfish fillets in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- 2
Mix the Coating
In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Coat the Catfish
Remove catfish from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each fillet in the cornmeal mixture until evenly coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Catfish
Carefully add the coated catfish fillets to the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried catfish from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your choice of two sides.
