Fried Catfish

1. 1

   Fill a 10- to 12-quart cast-iron Dutch oven half full with peanut oil.

2. 2

   Set over medium heat and bring the oil to 350 degrees.

3. 3

   Thoroughly rinse the catfish, pat dry, and set aside in the refrigerator until ready to fry.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, seasoned salt, garlic powder, and pepper.

5. 5

   In a second bowl, combine the milk and buttermilk.

6. 6

   Dip the catfish one at a time into the milk mixture and then dredge in the cornmeal mixture.

7. 7

   Gently lower the catfish into the oil and fry until the fish floats to the top of the oil and is golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes.

8. 8

   Transfer to a cooling rack set in a half sheet pan and let cool for at least 5 minutes before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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