Lemon-Pepper Catfish
Description
Try these lemon-pepper catfish fillets for tender, flaky fish breaded in a lemony cornmeal mixture that fries up crispy, crunchy, and golden brown.
Ingredients
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4 eggs
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup cornmeal
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1 tablespoon lemon pepper
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6 (6 ounce) fillets catfish
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1/4 cup margarine
Directions
1
Whisk eggs in a shallow bowl. Combine flour, cornmeal, and lemon-pepper seasoning in another shallow bowl.
2
Working one at a time, dip fillets in egg, then dredge in flour until well coated.
3
In a large frying pan, melt margarine over medium-high heat. Pan-fry breaded catfish in batches until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Drain briefly on paper towels and serve.