Fried Butterfish

1. 1

   Have the fishmonger scale and remove the heads from the fish.

2. 2

   Wash and clean the fish and pat them dry with paper towels.

3. 3

   Preheat 2 inches of oil for frying to 375 degrees in a deep, heavy skillet.

4. 4

   While the oil is heating, mix the cornmeal, flour, salt, and pepper and coat both sides of the fish with the mixture.

5. 5

   Place the butterfish in the hot oil and fry for 5 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally so that both sides are well browned.

6. 6

   Drain them on paper towels and serve hot.

7. 7

   They are as good for breakfast accompanied by grits and biscuits as they are for dinner with smothered cabbage or collard greens and cornbread.

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