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Fried Catfish Po-Boy Recipe

Fried Catfish Po-Boy Recipe

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  • Author: Lauren
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Indulge in the ultimate Southern comfort food with this Fried Catfish Po-Boy recipe. Golden fried catfish fillets are nestled in soft Italian rolls, topped with tangy Cajun remoulade, crunchy coleslaw, and zesty pickles. It’s a flavor explosion in every bite!


Ingredients

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Cajun Remoulade sauce

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Creole mustard
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sweet paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon capers, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Coleslaw

  • 3 cups coleslaw mix
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon celery seed

For the Fried Catfish

  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 4 7 oz catfish fillets, skinned
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

For the Sandwich

  • 4 long soft-crust Italian rolls, split
  • 1 cup Cajun remoulade
  • 1/2 cup sandwich pickles, sliced
  • 3 large tomatoes, sliced
  • Louisiana hot sauce for serving
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Make the Cajun Remoulade Sauce – In a bowl, mix together all remoulade ingredients. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. Make the Coleslaw – Whisk mayo, vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, and celery seed. Toss with coleslaw mix and chill.
  3. Prepare the Catfish – Heat oil. Dip catfish in milk-egg mixture, coat with cornmeal-flour mix, fry until golden.
  4. Assemble the Po-boy – Spread remoulade on rolls, add pickles, tomatoes, catfish, coleslaw. Squeeze lemon, add hot sauce, and top with bun.

Notes

  • Remoulade and coleslaw can be made ahead. Keep refrigerated.
  • Catfish can be baked or air-fried for a healthier option.
  • Best served fresh for optimal crispiness.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 427 kcal
  • Sugar: 11g
  • Sodium: 458mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0.04g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 13g
  • Cholesterol: 107mg