Garlic and Herb Southern-Style Fried Catfish with Hushpuppies and Sweet Chili Sauce

Method

1. Add minced garlic to the flour mixture and stir in chopped parsley into the hushpuppies before frying.
2. Mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
3. Dip catfish fillets in buttermilk, then coat with flour mixture.
4. Heat oil in a deep fryer or skillet to 375°F (190°C).
5. Fry catfish until golden brown and crispy, 3-4 minutes per side.
6. In a separate bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt for hushpuppies.
7. Mix in 1/4 cup water to form a dough, then shape into small balls.
8. Fry hushpuppies until golden, 2-3 minutes per side.
9. In a small bowl, whisk honey, rice vinegar, ketchup, and chili garlic sauce.