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The one recipe that I lost was a simple recipe for HushPuppies that a friend at work used to do.  There weren't that many ingredients and the result came out great.  Oh well, I don't know how to get in touch with him anymore so guess I'll never get that one.   

The recipe that I found that sounds horrible but actually comes out very tasty (disclaimer --- can't say how healthy or unhealthy it is) .  Given the procedure you wouldn't think it would be edible but actually is great tasting so here it is if anyone would like to try it sometime.  If you do I'd love to know what you think of it.

Salt & Pepper Catfish recipe

 Ingredient list

  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 4 catfish fillets, about 6 ounces each
  • Vegetable, peanut or corn oil for frying
  • 1 cup self-rising cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup self-rising flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt (See Note)
  • 2 tablespoons black pepper, preferably coarsely, freshly ground

Procedure/Directions 

1. Place buttermilk in a bowl; add catfish and soak up to 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large deep saucepan, add oil to a depth of 2 inches and heat to 375 degrees (a little above medium heat).

 2. Mix flour, cornmeal, salt and pepper in a paper or plastic bag. (A resealable bag cuts down on the mess, you can use a gallon or 1/2 gallon Zip Lock freezer/storage bag) Remove fillets from buttermilk, allowing excess liquid to drain off. Place fillets in bag and shake to coat well.

 3. Gently shake off any excess coating and fry fish in the hot oil until golden brown on both sides, 4 to 6 minutes on each side. (Do not crowd the fish; if the pan is small, cook the fish in batches.) Drain on a brown paper bag or paper towels and serve immediately.

 Makes 4 servings.

 Note: Because the self-rising cornmeal and flour contain some salt, the additional 1 teaspoon salt may be omitted, if desired.

Actually the two recipes, one that I lost/forgotten and the one I found goes great together.

Be as the Bereans ( Acts 17:11 )

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