Irresistible Crispy Southern Catfish Tacos Recipe with Zingy Slaw

Ingredients

• 1 lb catfish fillets, cut into 1-inch wide strips
• 1 cup buttermilk
• ½ cup cornmeal
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• Vegetable oil for frying
• 2 cups shredded green cabbage
• ½ cup shredded carrots
• 2 tbsps chopped green onions
• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• ½ tsp sugar
• Salt
• pepper
• 6 small flour or corn tortillas, warmed
• Lemon or lime wedges
• Hot sauce or remoulade (optional)
• Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish