Food Network invites you to try this Southern Fried Catfish recipe from Paula Deen.

Food Network invites you to try this Big Daddy's Deep-Fried Catfish recipe from Aaron McCargo, Jr..

Marinated in creamy buttermilk, coated with a crispy cornmeal batter, and then deep friend to a golden brown, flaky catfish prepared Southern-style is divine.

Catfish rolled in cornmeal, cayenne pepper, onion powder and paprika, then fried in olive oil to a golden brown. Serve with lemon wedges.

This recipe is a great alternative to pan-fried catfish. A combination of cornmeal and a variety of spices gives this recipe a savory kick in less than 30 minutes.