Crispy Southern Fried Catfish
Fried catfish offers a quick, simple southern-style meal, perfect for any weeknight.
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 200 F and prepare a foil-lined baking sheet with a rack.
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Place catfish in a shallow bowl and pour buttermilk over it.
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Combine cornmeal, flour, salt, paprika, cayenne, and garlic powder on a plate.
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Dredge each fish fillet in the dry mixture, shaking off any excess.
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Heat 1 inch of oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350 F.
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Carefully fry 2 to 3 fillets at a time for 5 to 6 minutes until golden brown, turning halfway if the oil doesn't cover the fish.
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Transfer cooked fish to the prepared rack in the oven while frying remaining batches.
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Serve the hot fried catfish immediately.