Classic Fried Catfish
¾ cup yellow cornmeal
¼ cup flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
4 catfish fillets or whole catfish
vegetable oil
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.