Southern Fried Catfish

Southern Fried Catfish

Catfish fillets (Desired number based on number of persons) *Johnna's tip: Try catfish fingers, they're great!
Vegetable oil (amount should cover the fillets in frying pan)
1 cup corn meal
Seasoning Salt (to taste) *Johnna's tip: 2 to 3 tbsp.'s...adds a nice flavor.

Rinse the catfish fillets and pat dry (if fresh, skin the fillets, rinse and pat dry). In a plastic bag, pour in the corn meal and seasoning salt and shake together to mix. Heat the skillet or deep fryer to 325 degrees. Take each fillet one by one and place in the plastic bag, shake to coat and remove from bag. Place the fish in the frying pan or deep fryer and cook for 5-7 minutes until fish is golden brown. On a plate, place a paper towel and put the fish here to drain after completely cooked.

*Johnna's tip: Temperature is an important part of good southern catfish. The goal is to 1.) seal the fish when dropped in the cooking oil and 2.) cook it after it has been sealed to retain the moisture. Seal and Cook!