Step 1

In a shallow bowl, combine the egg and the lemon juice.

Step 2

In another shallow bowl, combine the flour, the cornmeal, the Cajun seasoning, the garlic powder, and the salt.

Step 3

Dip the catfish fillets into the egg mixture and then into the cornmeal mixture.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.

Step 5

Fry the fish, two at a time, just until the fillets begin to flake easily with a fork and it reaches 145 degrees F internally, about 5-6 minutes per side.

Step 6

Serve.