Ingredients
- For 4-6 servings:
- 2 lbs. catfish, cleaned and dressed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups yellow cornmeal
- 1 lb. shortening
Directions
Cut catfish into serving-size pieces. Sprinkle with salt; dip in buttermilk and dredge in cornmeal. Fry fish in hot shortening (360°) in heavy skillet over medium heat until golden brown, turning to brown both sides. Drain on paper towels. Remove to serving platter.
