SOUTHERN FRIED CATFISH RECIPE

Ingredients

1. 2 lbs fresh catfish filets
2. 1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
3. 1 tsp all-purpose flour
4. 1 tsp onion powder
5. 1 tsp garlic powder
6. 1 tsp Accent
7. 2 tsp Creole seasoning or seasoned salt
8. 1/2 tsp lemon pepper
9. 1/2 tsp dry crab boil (optional)
10. canola oil for frying

Instructions

1. In a shallow dish, cornmeal, flour, and all listed spices and seasonings.
2. Mix well.
3. Heat oil in a deep fryer or cast iron skillet to about 350 degrees F
4. Dredge each fish filet in the cornmeal mixture and shake off the excess.
5. Fry the catfish for 3-5 mins per side (or total if deep frying) or until it’s as crispy as desired
6. Drain on paper towels
7. Enjoy!