Southern Fried Catfish

𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗯𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 🫠😋Ingredients :Catfish filletsButtermilkYellow cornmealAll-purpose flourPaprikaGarlic powderOnion powderSaltBlack pepperCayenne pepperVegetable oil for fryingLemon wedgesTartar sauce or remouladeInstructions :Soak the catfish fillets in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes to tenderize and add flavor.In a shallow bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.Remove the catfish from the buttermilk, letting the excess drip off, then dredge well in the cornmeal mixture, pressing to coat evenly.Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to about 350°F.Fry the catfish in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 4–5 minutes per side.Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate to drain briefly.Serve with lemon wedges and tartar sauce.