INGREDIENTS
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3 lbs. catfish fillets
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2 quarts vegetable or peanut oil (for frying)
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1 1/2 tbsp. salt (for brine)
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1 quart water
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1/2 tsp. salt (for breading)
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1/2 cup self-rising cornmeal
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1/2 cup crushed Ritz or Saltine crackers
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1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
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1/4 tsp. paprika (optional)
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1/4 tsp. garlic powder
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pinch thyme
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pinch red cayenne pepper
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1 tsp. parsley flakes