Calabash Style Fried Fish Food

SOUTHERN STYLE GOLDEN FRIED FISH

Steps:

• 1. Pour buttermilk in shallow bowl. Add fish filets, turning to coat. Refrigerate for about one hour.
• 2. Mix together flour, cornmeal and seasonings. Remove fish from refrigerator. Shake off excess buttermilk. Roll fish in seasoned corn meal mixture.
• 3. Heat oil in deep fryer to about 375 degrees. Drop fish pieces in hot oil and deep fry for about 4 to 5 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with additional salt/pepper, if desired and serve hot with hushpuppies, slaw and your favorite potato.

CALABASH STYLE FRIED SHRIMP

Steps:

• stir together flour and cornstarch in a shallow baking dish until well combined.
• In a separate dish, mix eggs & 1 cup of milk together
• Place a heavy cast iron skillet over medium heat. Pour oil to a depth of 2 inches or so, into the skillet.
• Heat oil over medium-medium high heat.
• When oil reaches roughly 375 degrees, dip shrimp in egg mixture and dredge in flour, then place shrimp in hot oil, being careful not to crowd the skillet. Turn shrimp as needed.
• Line serving dish with paper towels near skillet.
• Cook shrimp for about 2 to 3 minutes or just until golden and crispy. . Remove to paper towels. Salt to taste before serving.