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Instructions for deep frying: In a large pot or deep fryer, preheat peanut oil to 350 F. Make sure that there is enough oil in the fryer to fully cover the fish.
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Preheat oven to 200 F.
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Rinse the fish fillets under cold water but do not dry them.
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Put the fish fry breading mix on a plate, add salt and pepper and mix well.
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Dredge fish in the fish fry mixture and put on another plate.
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Let fillets dry for 5 minutes before cooking.
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Put the fish into the hot oil (dont over crowd the fryerdo this in batches if needed).
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Fry them for 5-7 minutes (depending on the size) or until the catfish are a light golden brown and the meat flakes easily with a fork.
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Remove fish from the oil and place on paper towels to drain.
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After draining, place the fillets on another platter covered with paper towels and place it in the preheated oven to keep warm while frying the remaining fillets.
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Instructions for pan-frying: Heat the oil in a large skillet (preferably cast iron).
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Add the coated catfish filets and cook for 4 to 6 minutes on each side.
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Cook until golden brown and fish flakes easily with a fork.
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Drain on paper towels.
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Keep warm in preheated oven.
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Serve catfish with tartar sauce, ketchup and hot sauce, french fries, hush puppies, potato salad, coleslaw or whatever rocks your boat!
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But whatever you do ... dont forget the lemon.
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Lots of lemon!
