Classic Fried Catfish

Serving Size : 4

• 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 3/4 cup Yellow Cornmeal
• 4 Farm-raised Catfish Fillets
• 1/4 cup Flour
• -or whole catfish
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• Vegetable Oil
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper

Combine cornmeal, flour, salt, cayenne and garlic powder. Coat catfish with mixture, shaking off excess. Add 1" layer of oil to a large skillet. Heat to 350~. Add catfish in single layer and fry until golden brown, about 5 to 6 minutes depending on size. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Source: The Catfish Institute. (wrv)