Fried Catfish

Ingredients

• For 4-6 servings:
• 2 lbs. catfish, cleaned and dressed
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 cups yellow cornmeal
• 1 lb. shortening

Directions

Cut catfish into serving-size pieces. Sprinkle with salt; dip in buttermilk and dredge in cornmeal. Fry fish in hot shortening (360°) in heavy skillet over medium heat until golden brown, turning to brown both sides. Drain on paper towels. Remove to serving platter.