Cajun Catfish Po' Boy

Name: Cajun Catfish Po' Boy
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1 lb catfish fillets, cut into 4-oz pieces; 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 tsp Cajun seasoning; 1/2 cup buttermilk; 2 tsp Louisiana-style hot sauce; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 4 French po' boy rolls (or hoagie rolls), split lengthwise; 6 tbsp mayonnaise; 2 tsp Dijon mustard; 2 tbsp capers, drained, chopped; 2 tsp fresh lemon juice; 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce, shredded; 2 roma tomatoes, sliced thin; 1/2 cup dill pickle slices

Crispy Cajun-cornmeal-crusted catfish fillets tucked into a toasted French roll with cool remoulade, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles - the quintessential New Orleans sandwich.

35 minMediumServes 4630 cal/serving

CajunLunchStovetopPescatarianHigh FiberHigh ProteinHalal-friendlyNut-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-Free

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Ingredients

1 lb catfish fillets, cut into 4-oz pieces
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tsp Cajun seasoning
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 tsp Louisiana-style hot sauce
1/2 cup vegetable oil
4 French po' boy rolls (or hoagie rolls), split lengthwise
6 tbsp mayonnaise
2 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp capers, drained, chopped
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce, shredded
2 roma tomatoes, sliced thin
1/2 cup dill pickle slices

Instructions

1

Make the remoulade: stir together 6 tbsp mayonnaise, 2 tsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp drained, chopped capers, 2 tsp fresh lemon juice, and a dash of Cajun seasoning in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use.
2

Combine 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, and the remaining 2 tsp Cajun seasoning in a shallow dish. In another shallow dish, whisk together 1/2 cup buttermilk and 2 tsp Louisiana-style hot sauce.
3

Dip 1 lb cut into 4-oz pieces catfish fillets in the buttermilk mixture, letting excess drip off, then dredge thoroughly in the cornmeal mixture.
4

Heat 1/2 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Fry the catfish in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Catfish should reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Drain on a paper-towel-lined plate.
5

Toast the cut sides of 4 split lengthwise French po' boy rolls (or hoagie rolls) in the same skillet (or under the broiler) until lightly golden.
6

Spread remoulade generously on both cut sides of the toasted rolls. Layer with 2 cups shredded shredded iceberg lettuce, 2 sliced thin roma tomatoes, 1/2 cup dill pickle slices, and the fried catfish. Serve immediately.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Cajun Catfish Po' Boy reach?

For Cajun Catfish Po' Boy, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 4. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of capers in Cajun Catfish Po' Boy?

The entry for Cajun Catfish Po' Boy calls for 2 tbsp capers, drained, chopped. In its place: Chopped green olives give the same briny pop.

Can I use a different white fish instead of the catfish in Cajun Catfish Po' Boy?

Yes. Any firm white fish of similar thickness works: cod, haddock, pollock and halibut are interchangeable here. Timing follows thickness, not species. As written, the entry for Cajun Catfish Po' Boy uses 1 lb catfish fillets, cut into 4-oz pieces.

How hot is Cajun Catfish Po' Boy?

Moderately. The heat in Cajun Catfish Po' Boy comes from 2 tsp Louisiana-style hot sauce. For a milder plate, start with half the hot sauce and add more to taste at the end; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Does Cajun Catfish Po' Boy contain fish?

Yes: 1 lb catfish fillets, cut into 4-oz pieces. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy, eggs and fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How much protein is in Cajun Catfish Po' Boy?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 32 g of protein in about 630 calories, alongside 36 g carbohydrate and 56 g fat, plus 6 g fiber and 370 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein lunch collection.

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