Catfish Sandwiches with Cajun Remoulade (Sandra Lee)

Prep Time: 10 Minutes

Cook Time: 6 Minutes

Ready In: 16 Minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1 1/2 pounds catfish fillets, rinsed and patted dry

1 box (8.5-ounce) corn muffin mix

2 tablespoons cajun seasoning

1 egg

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

canola oil, for frying

1 scallion, finely chopped

1 1/4 cups mayonnaise

1 tablespoon capers, finely chopped

1 teaspoon cajun seasoning

1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic

2 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice

1 loaf store-bought garlic bread, baked per package directions

butter lettuce

sliced tomatoes

sliced red onions

Directions:

1. Catfish:
2. Cut catfish fillets in half; set aside.
3. In a pie dish or plate, combine corn muffin mix and Cajun seasoning; set aside. In a pie dish lightly beat egg with 1 tablespoon water to make egg wash; set aside.
4. Dredge each catfish fillet in the flour; dip into egg wash and coat with corn muffin mixture. Set aside on a plate.
5. In a deep-fryer or large pot heat oil over medium to medium-high heat to 375 degrees F. Fry catfish until golden brown, about 6 minutes. Remove to plate lined with paper towels.
6. Cajun Remoulade:
7. In a small bowl, stir together all ingredients. Set aside.
8. Sandwiches:
9. Spread warm garlic bread with remoulade sauce. Build sandwiches with fried catfish and remaining ingredients.

By RecipeOfHealth.com