Crispy Catfish

Methods/steps

rinse fish; pat dry. combine cornmeal, flour, salt, paprika, onion powder and pepper in a small shallow dish or pie plate. combine egg and water in shallow dish or pie plate. dip fish in egg mixture. coat with cornmeal mixture.

heat crisco oil to 365°F in electric skillet or on medium-high heat in large heavy skillet. fry fish for 5 to 7 minutes on each side or until crisp and browned. drain on paper towels. serve with tartar sauce, if desired.

note: any firm, white-fleshed fish fillet such as flounder, sole or cod can be cooked in the same way. the coating also works well on turkey cutlets or boneless, skinless chicken breasts.