For the fried catfish: Fill
a large wide pot or large deep cast - iron skillet with about 3/4 inch of vegetable oil and heat to 350 degrees F over medium - high heat.
Cook farro in
a large wide pot over medium heat, stirring often, until golden brown and toasted (it should start to smell like popcorn), about 4 minutes.
Combine sugar and 3 tablespoons water in
a large wide pot over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until sugar is dissolved.
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in
a large wide pot over high heat.
Bring apples, cider, sugar, cinnamon, cloves, and salt to a boil in
a large wide pot.
oil in
a large wide pot over medium - low heat.