Classic Fried Catfish

3/4 cup 1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
4 U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish fillets
Vegetable oil


Combine cornmeal, flour, salt, cayenne pepper and garlic powder.
Coat farm-raised catfish with mixture, shaking off excess.
 
Fill deep pot or 12-inch skillet half full with vegetable oil.
Heat to 350 degrees F. Add catfish in single layer, and fry
until golden brown, about 5 - 6 minutes, depending on size.
Remove and drain on paper towels.