Big John's Southern Fried Catfish

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My friends in n'awlins inform me that river cat" is better then the farmed fish so do try to get it if you can so they won't use the doll that looks like me."

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Steps

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Pat outside if fish with paper towel to remove extra moisture.

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In shallow dish , combine all dry ingredients except flour.

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Dip fish in buttermilk , shake off excess buttermilk and coat with flour.

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Dip again in buttermilk , then coat with cornmeal mixture.

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In large heavy skillet , heat oil over medium-high heat until hot.

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Fry fish about 5 minutes per side , depending on thickness , or until fish will flake away with a fork.

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Ingredients

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catfish fillets, yellow cornmeal, cayenne pepper, buttermilk, flour, vegetable oil, salt, sugar, paprika, turmeric, onion powder, garlic powder, cornstarch