Classic Fried Catfish

This recipe for a Southern summer favorite is simple, calling for cornmeal, garlic powder, salt and pepper.

Makes: 4 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Recipe Created By: Farm Flavor
Featured In: Tennessee Home & Farm

Ingredients

  • 4 catfish fillets
  • cooking oil
  • 1½ cups yellow cornmeal
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Rinse fillets. Do not pat dry.
  2. Preheat cooking oil to 350 degrees in heavy skillet.
  3. Combine all dry ingredients in shallow dish. Place fillets into cornmeal mixture. Coat fillets evenly; shake off excess coating.
  4. Fry in hot oil, rounded side down, for 3 to 4 minutes. Turn fillets and cook 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on paper towel.

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