Fried Catfish

A delectable seafood dish featuring crispy fried catfish, perfect for a savory and satisfying meal with optional zest from lemon wedges and tartar sauce.

INGREDIENTS:

Filets Catfish 2 pounds.
SEASONING Old Bay 2 tsp.
BUTTERMILK Half cup.
Garlic powder 1 teaspoon.
Onion powder 1 teaspoon.
Kosher salt 1 teaspoon.
Black pepper 1 teaspoon.
All-purpose flour 1 cup.
Yellow cornmeal ½ cup.
Large eggs 2.
Hot sauce 1 Tablespoon.
Lemon wedges and tartar sauce (optional).

DIRECTIONS:

Warm up a deep pot of vegetable oil to 350°F, ensuring it’s about 4 inches deep.
Gently pat the catfish fillets dry with a towel.
Combine Old Bay, garlic, onion powders, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and season the fish.
Mix flour, cornmeal, and leftover spices in a shallow dish.
In a separate dish, whisk eggs, buttermilk, and hot sauce thoroughly.
Coat fish with the flour mix, shaking off any extra.
Dip fish into the egg blend, allowing excess to drain …