Batter Fried Catfish Nuggets

Directions

1. 1
   Wash catfish and pat dry with paper towels.
2. 2
   Cut fish into 1 inch cubes.
3. 3
   Place on paper towels and set aside while doing next step.
4. 4
   COMBINE: Flour, salt and baking powder in a bowl. Add milk, egg and butter; beat until smooth.
5. 5
   Heat 1 inch or more of oil in a skillet to 365 degrees on medium heat (be sure you allow oil temperature to come back to 365 degrees between batches).
6. 6
   Dip one fish cube at a time into batter, coating all sides. Place as many in the oil as you can fit WITHOUT crowding.
7. 7
   Fry until golden brown.
8. 8
   Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.