Sizzling Catfish

Ingredients

• 8  ouncesfresh or frozen catfish fillets, 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick
• 1  egg white, lightly beaten
• 1  tablespoonwater
• 2  tablespoonsyellow cornmeal
• 2  tablespoonsfinely chopped poblano pepper
• 1  tablespoonfine dry bread crumbs
• 1  tablespoongrated Parmesan cheese
• 1/8  teaspoonsalt
• 2  tablespoonsall-purpose flour
• 1  tablespooncanola oil
•   Lime wedges (optional)

Directions

Thaw fish, if frozen. Cut into 2 serving-size pieces, if necessary. Set aside.

In a shallow dish combine egg white and water. In another shallow dish combine the cornmeal, chopped poblano pepper, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and salt. Place flour in a third shallow dish. Dip each piece of fish in flour, then in egg mixture, then coat evenly with cornmeal mixture.

In a large skillet heat the oil over medium heat. Add the fish and fry for 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and fish flakes easily with a fork.

If desired, serve with lime wedges.