Catfish Po Boy

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Ingredients

  • Coleslaw:
  • 1 (16 ounce) package shredded coleslaw mix
  • 1/4 cup pickled pepperoncini peppers, chopped
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated onion
  • 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
  • Catfish:
  • 8 (3 ounce) fillets catfish
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce (such as Tabasco(R))
  • 1/2 cup Cajun seasoning
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups cornmeal
  • 2 cups bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
  • 1 tablespoon granulated onion
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup olive oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Combine coleslaw mix, pepperoncini peppers, red onion, mayonnaise, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic, 1/2 teaspoon granulated onion, and lemon pepper in a large bowl. Toss until well combined. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. Place catfish fillets in a large shallow baking dish. Sprinkle hot sauce over the top and turn the fillets to coat.
  3. Combine Cajun seasoning, flour, cornmeal, bread crumbs, 1 tablespoon granulated garlic, 1 tablespoon granulated onion, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a large brown paper bag. Add catfish fillets and shake gently to coat fillets thoroughly.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry breaded catfish fillets until browned and crisp, about 3 minutes per side. Place on paper towel-lined paper plates to drain.
  5. Spread each hoagie bun with 1/4 cup remoulade-style spread. Place 2 catfish fillets on top and top with 1 to 2 cups coleslaw. Garnish with lemon wedge, cherry tomato halves, and banana pepper rings.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

1221 kcal 61% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 31g 62% DV
Total Fat 63.9g 82% DV
Carbs 144.6g 53% DV
Fiber 21g 75% DV
Sugar 34.7g 69% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 11429.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 1629.8mg 35% DV
Cholesterol 30mg 10% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 672mcg 75% DV
Vitamin C 68.1mg 76% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 293.5mg 23% DV
Iron 12mg 66% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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