Fish Coating Mix
2 cups yellow cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes, crushed
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon onion salt
1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
In a large bowl combine all ingredients and mix well. Store in an air tight container. Makes approximately 3 cups and wiill coat approximately 4 pounds of fish.
To prepare. Fill deep skillet with 1-1/2 inches vegetable oil and heat to 375 degrees. Remove desired amount of mix from container and put in plastic bag. In a small bowl combine 1 egg and 1 cup buttermilk. Dip fish into egg mixture then into bag and shake until well coated. Fry until golden brown and flakes easily with fork. Drain on paper towels and serve.