The bacon drippings used to cook the catfish lend this southern family favorite authentic flavor. Use the bacon in the coleslaw, or reserve for another use.
Cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon from pan; reserve 2 teaspoons drippings in pan. Crumble bacon; reserve for another use.
Combine cornmeal, seasoning, and salt in a shallow dish. Dredge fillets in cornmeal mixture, shaking off excess.
Heat reserved drippings in pan over medium-high heat. Add fillets; cook 5 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork or until desired degree of doneness.
Cooking Light JUNE 2006
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Down-Home Catfish Fry
