Catfish Salt and Pepper Catfish

"This is the favotite way to prepare catfish in the North Carolina Piedmont. The coating is spicy, making it a nice contrast to the delicate flavor of the catfish."
 
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Ready In:
35mins
Ingredients:
7
Serves:
2-4
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ingredients

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directions

  • Place buttermilk in a 2-quart baking dish; place fillets in buttermilk and allow to marinate for 15 minutes.
  • Place oil in a 12 incg cast iron skillet to a depth of about 2 inches. Heat until oil registers 375 degrees F. on an instant-read thermometer.
  • In a large, zipper-lock food storage bag, mix remaining ingredients by zipping them inside bag and shaking until well blended. Remove fillets from buttermilk; allow excess liquid to drain.PPlace fillets in bag and shake gently until completely coated.
  • Gently shake off excess coating mixture and carefully place into hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels and serve.

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