How Long to Bake Catfish: Perfectly Crispy Southern Style

Ingredients

• 4 pieces of catfish fillets (about 6 oz each / 170 g)
• 1 cup (120 g) cornmeal
• 1/2 cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooking spray or 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
• 1/2 cup (120 g) mayonnaise for tartar sauce
• 2 tablespoons (30 g) dill pickle relish for tartar sauce
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice for tartar sauce