Sandra'S Blackened Catfish

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   Use pond-raised catfish fillets.

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   I personally like the 3 to 5-ounce size, if you have a choice.

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   My son, John, buys them from one of the ponds in Mississippi in a 15-pound box and I keep them in the freezer.

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   Take out the number of fillets you think you will need and thaw in cold water.

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   When thawed, drain water off fish and pat lightly with paper towels.

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   Don't get them too dry or they won't hold the batter well.

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   Mix the amount of white cornmeal you think you will need with salt and black or red pepper to taste.

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   I sometimes put just a sprinkling of garlic powder in, too.

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   Dredge fish in this mixture on both sides, making sure the whole surface is well covered.

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    Lay on a cookie sheet, in layers, with paper towels between each layer.

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    Keep in refrigerator until ready to cook.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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