Fried Catfish

Fried Catfish

Ingredients:
Catfish
Buttermilk
Yellow cornmeal
All-purpose flour
Black pepper
Salt
Paprika
Cayenne pepper
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Olive oil

Directions:
1. Fillet and clean catfish (removing all dark meat); soak in buttermilk or milk for 1-2 hrs; drain well. Spinkle fish with salt, pepper, and herbs.
2. Dredge in corn meal and flour mixture.
3. Cook in a small skillet of 1/2 cup oil, being careful not to overcrowd fillets, probably cooking in two batches. Fry about 6-8 minutes, watching closely so as not to burn, turn once.
4. Serve with a lemon wedge if desired.