Classic Pan Fried Catfish

A hit for any gathering. Plan on some time standing over the stove avoiding hot oil splatters but well worth it!

INGREDIENTS:
Catfish fillets (fresh is better!)
All purpose flour
Corn Meal
Salt
Pepper
Jalapeno or other chili spice powder
Powdered pumpkin seeds

Vegetable oil (at least one cup)
Egg
Milk

Place wax paper on a baking sheet. Mix egg and milk in one container. Mix everything else in another container.

I included no measurements on the coating mix. Flour to corn meal ratio is about 1-1. Use other spices to taste. Pumpkin seeds are optional but can add some nice texture to the coating.

Heat oil in pan. Use enough oil to fill the pan about 1/3 - 1/2 up the side of the pan. Cast iron pans are the best. Make sure the oil is hot but not smoking.

Dip fish fillets in egg/milk then dredge in coating mixture. You can do all the pieces and place them on the wax paper. By the time you finish, the oil should be nice and hot.

Cook the fish in batches about 2 - 3 pieces at a time. Depending on the thickness, you will need about 3 minutes per side. Remove fish and drain on paper towels.

You can keep the fish hot in the oven if you like until all the pieces are cooked.

Make your favorite tartar sauce (or buy some) and enjoy!