Blackened Catfish Sandwich Recipe

Name: Blackened Catfish Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Catfish; 1 teaspoon Hungarian paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 lemon, zest of; salt and pepper; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 16 ounces catfish fillets; Spicy Tartar Sauce; 1 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon horseradish; 2 teaspoons hot sauce; 2 tablespoons dill relish; salt and pepper; Sandwiches; 2 long loaves ciabatta, cut in half; 1/2 head iceberg lettuce, shredded; 1 roma tomato, sliced; 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Servings: persons

For the Catfish
1 teaspoon Hungarian paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 lemon, zest of
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
16 ounces catfish fillets
Spicy Tartar Sauce
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon horseradish
2 teaspoons hot sauce
2 tablespoons dill relish
salt and pepper
Sandwiches
2 long loaves ciabatta, cut in half
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 roma tomato, sliced
1 lemon, cut into wedges

1
In a bowl mix all of the seasonings for the catfish. Coat each piece of fish in the spice blend and allow to set at room temperature for 20 minutes. I would make the tartar sauce while the fish is resting.
2
Heat the oil in a cast iron pan over medium high heat until it just begins to smoke. Gently add the fillets to the pan and cook until a dark crust forms, about 4 minutes. Flip and fry on the other side until cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
3
In a medium bowl, combine all of the tartar sauce ingredients and season t taste with salt and pepper.
4
Cut each piece of fish in half crosswise. Split the bread in half lengthwise and slather each top and bottom with the sauce. Layer lettuce and tomato and then top with fish. Sprinkle some fresh lemon juice over the fish and serve.

518

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Catfish, 1 teaspoon Hungarian paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and more.

Yes, Blackened Catfish Sandwich falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Blackened Catfish Sandwich

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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