Hot off the griddle this fillets are flaky and crispy on the outside while moist and tender on the inside.

Fried Catfish

2 pounds catfish
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups vegetable oil

1. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in deep skillet or deep fat fryer.
2. Rinse and pat dry fillets. Pour buttermilk in a bowl or shallow pan. In a separate bowl mix the cornmeal and flour together.
3. Dip fish in buttermilk then into cornmeal mixture flour. Deep fry until brown. Serve hot.

Makes 4 servings.