MISSISSIPPI CATFISH AND HUSH PUPPIES
Though I live in Alabama I LOVE Mississippi catfish and hush puppies. My husband helped build a shopping center in the Mississippi Delta and I would tag along sometimes. His first cousin lived in Mississippi and he took us to his Cat Fish Restaurant. That began an addiction for Mississippi Cat Fish and Hush Puppies. I wanted...
Provided by Jewel Hall
Categories Savory Pies
Time 1h40m
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- 1. CAT FISH:Pour oil into a large cast iron or heavy bottom skillet to a depth of 3 inches; heat over medium high heat until hot but NOT smoking. 350 - 360 degrees on a candy thermometer.
- 2. Meanwhile, combine corn meal, flour, seasoned salt, garlic salt, lemon pepper, cayenne, and black pepper to taste in a large shallow dish. Thoroughly dredge catfish fillets, gently shaking off excess.
- 3. Work in 2 batches to avoid crowding, fry catfish in hot oil. It takes about 5-6 minutes on one side before turning or until golden brown. Transfer fillets with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. Season with salt to taste.
- 4. HUSH PUPPIES: Combine first 3 ingredients in a large bowl and make a well in the center of mixture.
- 5. Combine egg and next 4 ingredients, stir well, add to dry ingredients in the well, stirring just until moistened.
- 6. Pour oil to a depth of 3 inches into a Dutch Oven or large sauce pan heat to 375 degrees.
- 7. Drop batter by rounded tablespoon fulls into oil, fry in batches. 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve while hot.
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