Classic Fried Catfish

3/4 cup yellow cornmeal

1/4 cup flour

2 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

4 U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish fillets or whole Catfish

Vegetable oil


Combine cornmeal, flour, salt, cayenne pepper and garlic powder. Coat Catfish with mixture, shaking off excess. Fill deep pot or 12-inch skillet half full with vegetable oil. Heat to 350 degrees F. Add Catfish in single layer, and fry until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes, depending on size. Remove and drain on paper towels. Makes four servings.