Southern Style Fried Catfish

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a shallow dish, mix together flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
2. Step 2: Pour buttermilk into a separate shallow dish.
3. Step 3: Dip each catfish fillet into the buttermilk, then coat in the flour mixture.
4. Step 4: Dip the floured catfish into the cornmeal, pressing gently to adhere.
5. Step 5: Roll the cornmeal-coated catfish in the panko breadcrumbs to coat.
6. Step 6: Heat about 1/2-inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
7. Step 7: Fry the catfish fillets for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
8. Step 8: Remove the catfish from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.