TW Fried Catfish

3 pounds catfish fillets

2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (such as Tex Joy® All Purpose), or to taste

salt and ground black pepper to taste

½ (16 ounce) package saltine crackers, crumbled

1 (2.45 ounce) package sliced almonds

2 eggs, beaten

2 cups milk

1 teaspoon pressed garlic

1 quart peanut oil, for frying

Season catfish with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Refrigerate fillets 1 to 3 hours.

Mix saltine crackers and almonds in a large, wide bowl. Stir milk, beaten eggs, and garlic together in a separate bowl.

Soak the catfish fillets in the milk mixture for 5 to 10 minutes.

Heat peanut oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Gently press the catfish fillets into the cracker mixture to coat completely; shake to remove any loose breading.

Fry fillets in hot peanut oil until cooked through and floats atop the oil, about 5 minutes.