Ingredients

• 3 pounds catfish fillets
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (such as Tex Joy® All Purpose), or to taste
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1/2 (16 ounce) package saltine crackers, crumbled
• 1 (2.45 ounce) package sliced almonds
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon pressed garlic
• 1 quart peanut oil, for frying

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Instructions

1. Season catfish with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Refrigerate fillets 1 to 3 hours.
2. Mix saltine crackers and almonds in a large, wide bowl. Stir milk, beaten eggs, and garlic together in a separate bowl.
3. Soak the catfish fillets in the milk mixture for 5 to 10 minutes.
4. Heat peanut oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
5. Gently press the catfish fillets into the cracker mixture to coat completely; shake to remove any loose breading.
6. Fry fillets in hot peanut oil until cooked through and floats atop the oil, about 5 minutes.