Crispy Friend Catfish & Shrimp with Creamy Grits!

Learn how to fry catfish and shrimp to the perfect crispiness. Also learn how to make delicious Southern cheddar cheese grits.

Ingredients:
(Fish and Shrimp)
1 lb fish fillets
1 lb shrimp, shelled and deveined
2 cups yellow cornmeal
1 pk fish fry mix
2 eggs beaten
1 cup milk
salt, pepper, garlic powder, cayenne pepper
(Grits)
1 cup grits
4 cups chicken stock
4 Tbs butter
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup milk
salt, pepper to taste
parsley for garnish

Directions:
1. In a medium pot bring chicken stock to a boil. Add grits and reduce heat to low. Simmer according to cook time on package.
2. When grits are soft add butter, cheese and milk. Season to taste. garnish with parsley.
3. Season fish and shrimp with salt, pepper, garlic powder and cayenne pepper.
4. Prepare the breading station by combining half of the cornmeal and fish fry in one container, the eggs and milk in another container, and the remaining cornmeal and fish fry in the third container. Season each mixture with garlic powder, and pepper.
5. Coat the fish and shrimp with the cornmeal mixture in container one. Shake off excess. Then dip the fish and shrimp in the egg and milk mixture. Finally coat the fish with the cornmeal mixture in the 3rd container. Continue until all the fish and shrimp have been battered.
6. Deep fry fish for approx. 6-7 minutes or until outside is golden brown. Deep fry shrimp for approx. 3-4 minutes or until outside is golden brown.
7. Prepare your vegetable of choice. (Can't forget the veggies!)
8. Serve HOT!!! Enjoy!!!!


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