Catfish Sandwiches with Creole Mayonnaise

Crispy, flavorful, and packed with Southern charm, these Catfish Sandwiches with Creole Mayonnaise are the ultimate comfort food. Succulent catfish fillets are coated in a perfectly seasoned cornmeal crust with just the right kick of Cajun spice, then fried to golden perfection. Topped with a zesty homemade Creole mayonnaise—featuring a bold blend of Dijon mustard, hot sauce, paprika, and fresh lemon juice—each sandwich is layered with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and served on toasted buns for a delightful crunch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Dive into this flavorful creation and experience an authentic Southern taste sensation you'll want to savor again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Catfish fillets
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Cornmeal
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 1.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 4 pieces Sandwich buns
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 8 pieces Tomato slices

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the Creole mayonnaise by whisking together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, paprika, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, mix the flour, cornmeal, Cajun seasoning, ground black pepper, and salt.

Step 3

Pour the buttermilk into another shallow dish.

Step 4

Dip each catfish fillet into the buttermilk, ensuring it is fully coated, then dredge it in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

Fry the catfish fillets in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 7

Toast the sandwich buns lightly in a hot skillet or toaster.

Step 8

Assemble the sandwiches by spreading a generous amount of Creole mayonnaise on each bun. Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom bun, followed by a fried catfish fillet and two slices of tomato. Cover with the top bun.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Catfish Sandwiches with Creole Mayonnaise!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1812.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5842.1

Total Fat 436.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 202.1g
Cholesterol 424.5mg	0%
Sodium 7094.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 381.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.0g	0%
Total Sugars 26.2g
Protein 122.5g	0%

Vitamin D 126.9IU	0%
Calcium 513.1mg	0%
Iron 17.9mg	0%
Potassium 2536.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.1%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 25.7%