Catfish Fingers with Spicy Dipping Sauce

                                                                               

Catfish Fingers with Spicy Dipping Sauce


      Ingredients

 8 (6-8 ounce) catfish filets
 2 cups white cornmeal
 Salt and black pepper to taste
 Peanut oil

 Dippping Sauce:

 3/4 cup white wine vinegar
 1/2 teaspoon salt
 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
 1 shallot, finely chopped
 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
 2 green onions, thinly sliced
 1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped
                           

                     

                               
 Directions

 1. Cut catfish filets into 1-inch wide strips and pat dry.

 2. Place cornmeal in a shallow dish and season with salt
and black pepper. Dredge catfish strips in cornmeal mixture,
shaking off excess. Set aside on a wax-paper lined baking sheet.

 3. Pour 2 inches of peanut oil into a deep fryer or large,
heavy skillet and heat to 375 F.

 4. Add catfish strips to hot oil three at a time and fry in a single
layer for 5-7 minutes, turning to cook evenly, until golden brown
and fish flakes easily with a fork.

 5. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with additional salt.

 Prepare dipping sauce:
 1. Mix all ingredients well in a small mixing bowl.
Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.