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Just wait'll you taste this crispy-crunchy recipe for potato-crusted fish and chips! Our shortcuts will have this British favorite on your table in no time.

Serves: 4

Cooking Time: 35 min

What You'll Need:

• 1/2 cup vegetable oil, divided
• 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
• 4 baking potatoes, cut into wedges
• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 1 cup instant potato flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 (6-ounce) catfish fillets (see Note)
• 1/4 cup butter, melted

What To Do:

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. 
    
2. In a large bowl, combine 1/4 cup oil, seasoning salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add potatoes and toss until evenly coated. Place on baking sheet.
    
3. Bake 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
    
4. Meanwhile, in a shallow dish, combine cornmeal, potato flakes, salt, and remaining pepper. Dip fish in melted butter, and dredge in cornmeal mixture.
    
5. In a large skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat; add fish and fry 4 to 6 minutes per side, or until it flakes easily with a fork. Drain on paper towels. Serve with potato wedges.
    

Notes

• For more great recipes using catfish, click here.
   
• Cod or haddock can be used in place of catfish in this British-inspired dish. Don't forget the malt vinegar for an authentic accompaniment.