Jim s Mild Spicy Catfish

1 cup cornmeal

1 teaspoon paprika

½ teaspoon onion powder

½ teaspoon garlic powder

¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste

1 cup milk

2 eggs, beaten

6 (4 ounce) fillets catfish

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Mix cornmeal, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper on a plate.

Beat milk and eggs together in a bowl. Dip catfish fillets in milk mixture, then gently press fillets into cornmeal mixture, coating both sides. Shake off excess breading.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet; pan-fry catfish in hot oil until the fish is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork, about 4 minutes per side.