Begin by soaking catfish

Ah, you’re starting a classic catfish recipe! Here’s a full guide to preparing crispy, flavorful catfish, starting with soaking:

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🐟 Crispy Catfish

🥢 Ingredients

• 2–3 pounds catfish fillets
• 1 cup buttermilk (for soaking)
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional, for soaking)
• 1 cup cornmeal
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Vegetable oil, for frying

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