Fried Catfish Po Boy Recipe

Name: Fried Catfish Po Boy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups red cabbage, shredded; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt; 1/4 teaspoon celery salt; large pinch of freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 egg; 2 large catfish fillets; 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal; 1/4 teaspoon each salt and cayenne pepper; canola or vegetable oil, for frying; 1 long French or Italian roll; 1 ripe tomato, thinly sliced; 4 leaves red-leaf lettuce, washed and dried; sliced dill pickles

Servings: persons

2 cups red cabbage, shredded
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
large pinch of freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 egg
2 large catfish fillets
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 teaspoon each salt and cayenne pepper
canola or vegetable oil, for frying
1 long French or Italian roll
1 ripe tomato, thinly sliced
4 leaves red-leaf lettuce, washed and dried
sliced dill pickles

1
Combine all coleslaw ingredients in a medium bowl, cover and refrigerate.
2
Beat egg in a shallow dish.
3
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
4
Combine cornmeal, salt and cayenne in a shallow dish, then dip each catfish fillet in egg and coat thoroughly in cornmeal mixture.
5
Heat about 1/2 inch of oil over medium heat in a heavy skillet (cast-iron works best) and fry fillets on each side for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown.
6
Drain on paper towels.
7
Lightly toast the bread directly on the racks in the oven for about 5 minutes.
8
Remove bread from oven, allow to cool slightly, then assemble each sandwich as follows: Catfish, lettuce, tomato, coleslaw, pickles.
9
Slice sandwiches in half and serve with a lemon wedge on the side.

184

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Protein

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups red cabbage, shredded, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt, 1/4 teaspoon celery salt, and more.

Yes, Fried Catfish Po Boy 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!

Fried Catfish Po Boy

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Variations & substitutions

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