Jim's Mild Spicy Catfish

Pan-fried catfish with a crunchy, seasoned cornmeal crust can be on the table in less than 30 minutes.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 305 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup milk
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
• 6 (4 ounce) fillets catfish

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix cornmeal, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper on a plate.

Step 2

Beat milk and eggs together in a bowl. Dip catfish fillets in milk mixture, then gently press fillets into cornmeal mixture, coating both sides. Shake off excess breading.

Step 3

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet; pan-fry catfish in hot oil until the fish is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork, about 4 minutes per side.