Catfish With Pecan Butter Recipe

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted1 teaspoon lemon juiceDash hot pepper sauce2 eggs, lightly beaten1 cup milk1 cup cornmeal1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper6 catfish fillets (6 ounces each)Oil for fryingLemon wedges

Preparation

In a food processor, combine the butter, pecans, lemon juice and pepper sauce; cover and process until smooth. Set aside.

In a shallow dish, combine the eggs and milk. In another shallow dish, combine the cornmeal, flour and seasonings. Dip fillets in egg mixture, then coat with the flour mixture.

In a large skillet, heat 1/4 in. oil over medium heat. Fry fillets in batches for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the skillet and keep warm. Serve with pecan butter and lemon wedges.