Deep-fried Catfish

2 lb Catfish
1 ts Salt
2 Eggs, lightly beaten
1 c All-purpose flour
1/8 ts Pepper
1 c Dry bread crumbs

Heat oil to 375 degrees in deep fryer. Stir together flour, salt and pepper. Coat fish with the mixture; dip into eggs, then coat with the bread crumbs. Fry each piece for about 4 minutes or until golden brown.

VARIATION: Prepare thin batter by mixing 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 cup milk and beat till smooth. Coat fish with flour mixture then dip into batter mixture.

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