Fried Catfish Sandwiches With Curried Mayonnaise Recipes

FRIED CATFISH SANDWICH

Steps:

• Fill a deep heavy-bottom skillet with about 2 1/2 inches oil. Place over medium heat until oil registers 365 degrees on a deep-fry thermometer. Meanwhile, combine cornmeal, red-pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, and garlic powder in a shallow bowl or large plate.
• Season catfish fillets on both sides with remaining tablespoon salt and teaspoon pepper. Dredge fillets in cornmeal mixture, turning to coat both sides. Working in batches so as not to overcrowd the pan, carefully submerge fillets in oil, and fry until crust is crisp and golden and fish is cooked through, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a large plate.
• To serve, spread bread slices with mayonnaise and/or relish, as desired. Place catfish fillets on half the slices, and top each with a few onion slices and one of the remaining slices of bread.

CATFISH SANDWICH

Steps:

• In a large bowl, toss the coleslaw ingredients; set aside., In a shallow bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, salt, Cajun seasoning and seafood seasoning. Place buttermilk in another shallow bowl. Dip fish in buttermilk, then coat with cornmeal mixture., In an electric skillet, heat 1/4 in. of oil to 375°. Cook fillets for 2-3 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Drain on paper towels. , Place fish and coleslaw on bun bottoms; replace bun tops.

FRIED CATFISH SANDWICHES WITH CURRIED MAYONNAISE

Steps:

• Stir first 3 ingredients in small bowl to blend; season with salt and pepper. Cut bread pieces in half horizontally. Spread bottom halves with curried mayonnaise.
• Whisk cornmeal and flour in shallow bowl to blend. Pour milk into another shallow bowl. Dip each fillet into milk, then into cornmeal mixture to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add fillets; sauté until cooked through and brown, about 5 minutes per side.
• Place fillets on bread bottoms. Top with tomato, lettuce, and bread tops.