Tortilla Crusted Catfish Po' Boys Recipe

Name: Tortilla Crusted Catfish Po' Boys
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Two 8-ounce catfish fillets; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 4 tablespoons Cajun seasoning; Kosher salt and finely ground black pepper; 1 cup well-shaken buttermilk; 6 corn tortillas; 4 cups vegetable oil; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 4 hoagie rolls; 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce; 1 large tomato, sliced; Hot sauce, such as Tabasco

Servings: persons

Two 8-ounce catfish fillets
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
Kosher salt and finely ground black pepper
1 cup well-shaken buttermilk
6 corn tortillas
4 cups vegetable oil
1/2 cup mayonnaise
4 hoagie rolls
2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
1 large tomato, sliced
Hot sauce, such as Tabasco

1
Cut the catfish into 2-inch strips and pat dry.
2
Stir together the flour and 1 tablespoon of the Cajun seasoning with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
3
Whisk another tablespoon of the Cajun seasoning into the buttermilk.
4
Pulse the tortillas in a food processor until finely ground with a third tablespoon of the Cajun seasoning.
5
Add the vegetable oil to large, heavy-bottomed pot and bring to 350 degrees F over medium heat.
6
Toss the catfish with the seasoned flour, then place the catfish in a sieve and shake off any excess flour.
7
Divide the catfish strips into two batches.
8
Dip the first batch in the buttermilk, letting the excess drip off, and then dredge in the tortillas.
9
Fry the catfish until golden, about 5 minutes.
10
Drain on paper towels.
11
Dredge and fry the second batch of catfish in the same manner.
12
Stir together the mayonnaise and the remaining tablespoon Cajun seasoning.
13
Spread evenly on the rolls.
14
Divide the iceberg and tomato slices among the rolls.
15
Top with the catfish.
16
Serve with hot sauce.

2923

kcal

Calories

310

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Two 8-ounce catfish fillets, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 4 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, Kosher salt and finely ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Tortilla Crusted Catfish Po' Boys 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.

Tortilla Crusted Catfish Po' Boys

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