Crispy Lemon Catfish

By á-6627

Ingredients

• Vegetable Oil
• 1 cup instant potato flakes
• 1/2 tsp loosely packed lemon zest
• 4 (4oz) catfish fillets
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 3/4 cup milk

Preparation

Step 1

1. Pour oil to depth of 1 inch into a large deep skillet; heat to 350 degrees. Stir together potato flakes and lemon zest. Sprinkle catfish with salt and pepper. Dip catfish in milk; dredge in potato flake mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

2. Fry catfish, in batches, 3 to 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and fish just flakes with a fork. Drain on a wire rack over paper towels. Serve with slaw.