How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Fried Catfish Po Boy?

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Canola oil, for frying, 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 2 garlic cloves, smashed, 2 long soft-crusted French bread baguettes, and more.

Is Fried Catfish Po Boy suitable as seafood?

Yes, Fried Catfish Po Boy falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Fried Catfish Po Boy?

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

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: Canola oil, for frying; 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter; 2 garlic cloves, smashed; 2 long soft-crusted French bread baguettes; 6 (6-ounce) catfish fillets; Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup milk; 1 large egg; 1 cup yellow cor meal; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; Pinch cayenne; Sliced pickles; 1 recipe Spicy Slaw, recipe follows; Hot sauce, for serving; Lemon wedges, for serving

1

Pour about 3 inches of oil in a deep fryer or large, heavy pot and heat to 375 degrees F. Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.

2

Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.

3

Add the smashed garlic and swirl the pot around to infuse the garlic flavor into the butter.

4

Slice the French bread in 1/2 lengthwise and brush the top and insides with the garlic butter.

5

Stick the bread in the oven for 5 minutes to warm it through.

6

Season both sides of the catfish fillets with a fair amount of salt and pepper.

7

In a wide bowl, mix the milk and egg together, season with salt and pepper.

8

Mix the cornmeal, flour, cayenne, salt and pepper in a pie dish using a fork.

9

Dip the catfish in the wet batter, then dredge in the dry; being sure to cover the fillets completely.

10

Gently drop the fish in the hot oil in batches so the pan is not overcrowded.

11

Fry the fillets for 3 minutes and then drain on a platter lined with paper towels; sprinkle with salt while they are still hot.

12

To assemble the sandwich, put the pickles across the bottom 1/2 of the bread, lay the fried catfish on top.

13

Spoon a small mound of slaw on top of the catfish and close up the sandwich with the top 1/2 of the bread.

14

Cut into portions and serve immediately with hot sauce and lemon on the side.

15

Spicy Slaw:

16

1 head green cabbage, shredded

17

2 carrots, grated

18

1 red onion, thinly sliced

19

2 green onions, chopped

20

1 red chile, sliced

21

11/2 cups mayonnaise

22

1/4 cup Creole mustard

23

1 tablespoon cider vinegar

24

1 lemon, juiced

25

Pinch sugar

26

1/2 teaspoon celery seed

27

Several dashes hot sauce

28

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

29

Combine the cabbage, carrot, red onion, green onions, and chile in a large bowl.

30

In another bowl, mix the mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, lemon juice, and sugar; stirring to incorporate.

31

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss gently to mix.

32

Season the cole slaw with celery seed, hot sauce, salt, and pepper.

33

Chill for 2 hours in refrigerator while frying the catfish.

Fried Catfish Po Boy

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