Crisp-Fried Catfish

Name: Crisp-Fried Catfish
Ingredients: 1 qt. water; 1/4 c. vinegar; 3 Tbsp. salt; 6 (10 to 12 oz.) catfish, cleaned and dressed; 1 1/2 c. cornmeal; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 c. all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp. onion powder; 1 tsp. seasoned salt; 1 medium onion, sliced (optional); parsley sprigs (optional); lemon slices (optional); vegetable oil

13 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

1 qt. water
1/4 c. vinegar
3 Tbsp. salt
6 (10 to 12 oz.) catfish, cleaned and dressed
1 1/2 c. cornmeal
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. onion powder
1 tsp. seasoned salt
1 medium onion, sliced (optional)
parsley sprigs (optional)
lemon slices (optional)
vegetable oil

Directions

1

Combine water, vinegar and salt in a large bowl.
2

Soak catfish in vinegar mixture 4 to 5 hours in the refrigerator. Combine cornmeal, flour, salt, onion powder and seasoned salt in a plastic bag, shaking to mix. Add catfish, one at a time, and shake until completely coated.
3

Pour oil to depth of 2 to 3-inches into a Dutch oven.
4

Heat to 375°. Fry catfish 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain well.