Southern Fried Catfish

Ingredients

• 0.5 cups buttermilk
• 0.5 cups water
• salt and pepper , to taste
• 1 pound catfish fillets , cut in strips
• 1.5 cups fine cornmeal
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning , such as Old Bay™
• 1 quart vegetable oil for deep frying

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients.

2. 2

   Mix buttermilk, water, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Pour mixture into a flat pan large enough to hold fillets.

3. 3

   Arrange fillets in a single layer in the pan, turning to coat each side. Set aside to marinate.

4. 4

   Combine cornmeal, flour, and seafood seasoning in a 2-gallon resealable plastic bag.

5. 5

   Add fillets to the bag, a few at a time, and tumble gently until evenly coated.

6. 6

   Heat oil in a deep fryer to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). Fry fillets in hot oil until crisp and golden brown, about 3 minutes. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding, so fillets have room to brown properly.

7. 7

   Drain on paper towels.

8. 8

   Serve and enjoy!