Mom's Catfish Fillets
Demonstrated by: CC Davis of Mom’s Soul Food Restaurant.
Taste of Waipahu on November 7, 2004.
Ingredients:
Vegetable oil for deep frying
2 lb catfish fillets, cleaned, skinned, and cut in 1-inch-wide strips
Cornmeal Coating
Cornmeal Coating:
3 cups yellow cornmeal
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon salt or 1 teaspoon seasoned salt mixed with 1 teaspoon McCormick® Season All
Directions:
- Heat oil to 375°F.
- Dredge the catfish in Cornmeal Coating, fry in hot oil until firm and golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
Makes 4 servings.
Cornmeal Coating:
- In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, pepper, and salt.
Makes 4 cups.
