Rial’s Fried Grouper

• 1 cup milk
• 1 tsp. basil
• 2/3 cup flour
• 1 tsp. oregano
• oil for frying
• 1/3 cup cornmeal
• 1/8 tsp. cayenne
• salt, pepper to taste
• 1 small onion, minced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 lb. grouper fillet (or another firm fish)

Directions:

Mix milk, onion, and garlic. Marinate grouper in mixture for 30 minutes. In medium bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, spices, salt and pepper. Pull fish fillets through dry mixture.

In a heavy pan, heat a half-inch of oil. Fry fish in hot oil about 5 minutes per side, or until golden brown.