Recipe By : Sylvia Woods of the World Famous Sylvia's Restaurant (NYC)
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Soul Food Fish
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 lb Catfish fillets (1/2" thick)
1 ts Garlic powder
2 ts Salt
1/2 ts Black pepper -- freshly ground
2 c Cracker meal or unsalted
- crackers -- coarsely crushed
1 c Vegetable oil
Trim the catfish of any skin or membrane. Stir the garlic powder,
salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Sprinkle the mixture over
both sides of the fillets. Dredge the fillets in the cracker meal,
pressing gently so the meal sticks to both sides of the fillets.
Shake off the excess and set the fillets aside.
Heat the oil in a large heavy skillet over a medium heat until a
little cracker meal sprinkle in the oil gives off a lively sizzle.
Slip the fillets into the skillet and fry, turning once, until the
fillets are cooked through and golden brown on both sides, about
8 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels before serving.
