Best 8 Fish Po Boys Recipes

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**Savor the Flavors of New Orleans with Authentic Fish Po' Boys: A Culinary Journey through the Heart of Louisiana**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure as we delve into the delectable world of Fish Po' Boys, a quintessential dish that captures the vibrant spirit of New Orleans. Picture perfectly crisp French bread, a symphony of textures and flavors, enveloping tender, flaky fish, kissed with the essence of the deep sea. These sandwiches are a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Louisiana, where diverse culinary traditions converge to create a masterpiece that embodies the essence of Southern comfort food.

Our carefully curated collection of Fish Po' Boy recipes offers a journey through the diverse culinary landscape of New Orleans. Indulge in the classic Fried Fish Po' Boy, where golden-brown fish fillets are nestled between soft French bread, adorned with lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and the iconic New Orleans-style tartar sauce. Alternatively, embark on a healthier route with the Blackened Fish Po' Boy, where succulent fish is seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices, delivering a symphony of flavors that tantalize the taste buds.

For those with a penchant for bold flavors, the Shrimp Po' Boy beckons with its succulent shrimp, fried to perfection and nestled within a warm embrace of French bread. Complementing the symphony of flavors are crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and a zesty remoulade sauce that adds a touch of piquant delight. And for a vegetarian twist, the Fried Green Tomato Po' Boy emerges as a delightful option, showcasing the versatility of this iconic sandwich. Crispy green tomatoes, coated in a golden-brown batter and nestled between soft French bread, create a harmonious balance of textures and flavors.

As you embark on this culinary expedition, immerse yourself in the rich history and cultural significance of the Fish Po' Boy, a dish that has become synonymous with the vibrant spirit of New Orleans. Each recipe offers a unique interpretation of this beloved sandwich, allowing you to savor the diverse culinary tapestry that defines this iconic city.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CATFISH PO BOY



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Crispy fried catfish is piled into hoagie rolls and topped with tangy coleslaw for this authentic Po Boy sandwich.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Catfish

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 31

Coleslaw:
1 (16 ounce) package shredded coleslaw mix
¼ cup pickled pepperoncini peppers, chopped
¼ cup diced red onion
⅓ cup mayonnaise
½ lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon granulated garlic
½ teaspoon granulated onion
¼ teaspoon lemon pepper
Catfish:
8 (3 ounce) fillets catfish
2 tablespoons hot sauce (such as Tabasco®)
½ cup Cajun seasoning
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups cornmeal
2 cups bread crumbs
1 tablespoon granulated garlic
1 tablespoon granulated onion
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup olive oil for frying
Assembly:
4 Italian-style hoagie buns, split lengthwise
1 cup remoulade-style sandwich spread (see footnote for recipe link)
1 lemon, cut into wedges
1 cup cherry tomato halves
½ cup banana pepper rings

Steps:

  • 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.
  • Place catfish fillets in a large shallow baking dish. Sprinkle hot sauce over the top and turn the fillets to coat.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 Facts : Calories 1069.7 calories, Carbohydrate 128.7 g, Cholesterol 72.2 mg, Fat 48.6 g, Fiber 9.4 g, Protein 29.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 2961.1 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

FISH PO'BOYS



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Substitute with your favorite brand of frozen breaded fish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages (11.4 ounces each) frozen crunchy breaded fish fillets
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon ketchup
2 teaspoons stone-ground mustard
1 teaspoon horseradish sauce
2 to 4 drops hot pepper sauce
1-1/2 cups deli coleslaw
6 hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • Bake fish according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, parsley, ketchup, mustard, horseradish sauce and hot pepper sauce until blended. , Spoon 1/4 cup coleslaw onto the bottom of each bun; top with two pieces of fish. Spread with sauce; replace bun tops.

Nutrition Facts :

SHRIMP AND FISH PO' BOYS



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 cups vegetable oil, adjusted as needed
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt, plus more for sprinkling
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces medium shrimp, deveined, peeled
Two 5-ounce tilapia fillets, cut lengthwise then crosswise into 2-inch pieces
1/4 cup whole milk
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornmeal
1/3 cup mayo
1 clove garlic, pressed
Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
1 baguette, cut into quarters
Shredded iceberg lettuce, for serving
Sliced tomatoes, for serving
Hot sauce, optional, for serving

Steps:

  • For the shrimp and fish: Attach a deep-fry thermometer to the side of a heavy wide pot. Fill the pot 2 inches full with the oil. Heat to 350 degrees F over medium heat.
  • Whisk the garlic powder, cayenne, thyme, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Toss the shrimp and tilapia with the spice mixture and stir to coat. Pour the milk over the fish and shrimp.
  • Whisk the flour and cornmeal in a baking dish. Working in batches, toss the shrimp and tilapia in the flour mixture and then carefully place into the pot. Fry the shrimp and tilapia, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and just cooked through, about 4 minutes each batch. Transfer the shrimp and tilapia to paper towels to drain. Sprinkle the shrimp and tilapia with salt immediately after frying.
  • For the creamy garlic spread: Blend the mayo, garlic, zest and lemon juice in a bowl.
  • For the po' boys: Cut open the baguettes longwise, three-quarters of the way through the bread. Spread the cut sides with the creamy garlic spread. Divide the shrimp and tilapia among the baguettes and top with lettuce, tomato and hot sauce, if using.

FISH PO' BOY



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Celebrate New Orleans cuisine with a fish po' boy loaded with crispy fried catfish, crunchy lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onions, and a spicy remoulade sauce.

Provided by Joy Monnerjahn

Categories     Lunch     Dinner     Sandwich

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 27

For the remoulade sauce
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
1/3 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Louisiana hot sauce or tabasco
1 teaspoon sweet pickle relish
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, such as Slap Ya Mama Cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1/4 cup creole mustard , spicy brown mustard, or Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons horseradish
3 tablespoons green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup celery, minced
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, plus more to taste
For the catfish
Canola oil for frying, approximately 3-4 cups
3 pounds catfish fillets
2 cups yellow cornmeal
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon water
To serve
2 loaves of French bread
3 cups iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 cup Dill pickle rounds
3 beefsteak tomatoes, sliced
1 onion, sliced into rings

Steps:

  • Set a baking rack over a sheet pan and set aside
  • Set up dredging station: In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, Cajun seasoning, and cayenne pepper. In another large bowl whisk to combine the eggs and water. Set the two bowls side by side. You will start with the cornmeal mixture.
  • Preheat the oil: Fill a large Dutch oven (or a heavy skillet) with at least 3 inches of oil in your pot and heat over medium-high heat, until the oil reaches 350°F on a thermometer.
  • Serve: Serve fish po' boys with fries, chips, or a salad! "Did you love this recipe? Give us some stars below!"

FISH STICK PO' BOYS WITH SPICY MAYONNAISE



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Staring googly-eyed at a package of frozen fish sticks and panicking? Fear not! You can make it work! Lighten it up by using Dijon mustard instead of the spicy mayonnaise.

Provided by Sandi From CA

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 22m

Yield 4 Po' Boy Sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (20 ounce) package frozen fish sticks (about 30 sticks)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons hot sauce, to taste
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
lemon wedge, for serving
4 submarine buns, split
2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
3 tomatoes, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 475°.
  • Cook the fish sticks on a baking sheet according to package directions.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, hot sauce and lemon juice.
  • A few minutes before the fish sticks are done, toast the rolls in the oven.
  • Smear 1 side of each toasted roll with the spicy mayonnaise.
  • Add a layer of fish sticks and top with the lettuce and tomatoes.
  • Serve the sandwiches with lemon wedges and spicy mayonnaise on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 824, Fat 33.8, SaturatedFat 6.1, Cholesterol 47.3, Sodium 1496.2, Carbohydrate 102, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 10.7, Protein 28.4

FISH PO'BOYS



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Categories     Sauce     Sandwich     Fish     Side

Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound skinless flounder fillets
2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
8-ounce baguette, split and hollowed out slightly
Spicy Tartar Sauce (recipe below)
Lettuce, for serving
Sliced tomato, for serving
spicy tartar sauce
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chili sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons grainy mustard
2 tablespoons chopped gherkins (or pickles)
Hot sauce, such as Tabasco

Steps:

  • Cut the flounder fillets into 1 1/2-inch strips; pat dry. Place in a medium bowl. Add the cornmeal; season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
  • Heat the canola oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Brown the fish (work in batches if needed) on both sides, 7 to 10 minutes (turn the fish carefully). Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate; season with more salt, as desired.
  • Spread both halves of the baguette with tartar sauce, and layer with lettuce, tomato, and fish. Cut into 4 portions and serve.
  • spicy tartar sauce
  • In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chili sauce, parsley, mustard, and gherkins. Season with hot sauce, as desired. The sauce can be refrigerated, covered, for 2 to 3 days.

FRIED FISH PO' BOYS WITH CAJUN FRENCH FRIES



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In Southern culture, you have to know how to fry seafood. It doesn't matter if it's fish, oysters or shrimp-you have to be able to fry one of them. One of the best ways to enjoy fried seafood in Cajun cuisine is on a dressed po'boy with a side of fries. We're going to twice-cook these French fries before tossing them in a zesty seasoning.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 cups canola oil
Two 8- to 10-ounce skin-on firm white fish fillets, such as redfish, trout or catfish, pin bones removed (or four 4- to 6-ounce skinless fillets)
1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
Two 5-ounce baguettes, halved lengthwise
1 cup mayonnaise
2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce (3 to 4 leaves)
1/2 cup dill pickle chips
2 medium beefsteak tomatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick
Hot sauce, for serving
2 russet potatoes
2 tablespoons Creole seasoning
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
1 teaspoon hot sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F. Heat the oil in a large, deep heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with paper towels.
  • For the fried fish po' boys: If using skin-on fish fillets, remove the skin, then cut into 4 equal pieces. Season each side of the 4 fillets with 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning. Whisk together the eggs, milk and 2 teaspoons of the Creole seasoning in a large shallow bowl, baking dish or cake pan. Whisk together the flour and the remaining 1 tablespoon of the Creole seasoning in a second large shallow bowl, baking dish or cake pan.
  • Dip 2 fillets in the egg mixture and carefully shake off any excess. Dip the fillets in the flour mixture and shake off any excess. Fry the fillets, flipping halfway through, until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes depending on the thickness of your fish. Transfer the fish to the second prepared baking sheet and keep warm in the oven until ready to serve. Bring the oil back to 350 degrees F, then repeat with the remaining 2 fillets.
  • For the Cajun French fries: Cut the potatoes into 1 1/2-inch sticks and transfer to a large bowl of cold water. Stir until the water is cloudy. Drain the potatoes, transfer to one of the prepared baking sheets, top with paper towels, press down to blot and let sit until the potatoes are dry, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Working in batches, gently add some potatoes to the hot oil, carefully shaking the skillet if needed to make sure the potatoes are completely covered with the oil. Fry until pale golden, about 2 minutes. Transfer the fries with a spider to the same baking sheet. Bring the oil back to 350 degrees F between batches.
  • Increase the temperature of the oil to 400 degrees F. Working in batches, add the fries and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Transfer to the same baking sheet, sprinkle the Creole seasoning over top and toss with tongs.
  • To assemble the po' boys: Evenly spread 1/4 cup mayonnaise on each baguette half. Place 1 cup lettuce, 1/4 cup pickles, half of the tomatoes, 2 fried fish fillets and hot sauce on the bottom half. Add some fries if desired, then add the top half. Repeat with the remaining baguette, lettuce, pickles, tomatoes, fried fish fillets and hot sauce.
  • For the Creole mayo: Stir together the mayonnaise, Creole seasoning and hot sauce in a small bowl. Serve with the po' boys and Cajun French fries.

FISH PO' BOYS



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This traditional Louisiana sub sandwich uses flounder and is topped with spicy tartar sauce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound skinless flounder fillets
2 tablespoons cornmeal
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 (8-ounce) baguette
Spicy Tartar Sauce
Lettuce and sliced tomato, as sandwich toppings

Steps:

  • Cut flounder fillets into 1 1/2-inch strips; pat dry. Place in a medium bowl. Add cornmeal; season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Brown fish (work in batches if needed) on both sides, 7 to 10 minutes (turn fish carefully). Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; season with more salt, as desired.
  • Split baguette; hollow out slightly. Spread both halves with tartar sauce, and layer with lettuce, sliced tomato, and fish. Cut into 4 pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 g, Fat 19 g, Protein 24 g

Tips:

  • Use a sturdy bread that can hold up to the fillings, such as a French baguette or hoagie roll.
  • Choose fresh, flaky fish for your po' boy. Some popular options include catfish, shrimp, and tilapia.
  • Season the fish well with a flavorful blend of spices, such as Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and paprika.
  • Dredge the fish in a light batter or breading before frying. This will help to create a crispy outer crust.
  • Fry the fish until it is cooked through and golden brown.
  • Top the po' boy with your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and tartar sauce.
  • Serve the po' boy immediately, while the fish is still hot and crispy.

Conclusion:

The fish po' boy is a delicious and iconic sandwich that is enjoyed by people all over the world. With its crispy fried fish, flavorful toppings, and soft, fluffy bread, the po' boy is a sandwich that is sure to please everyone. Whether you are making po' boys for a party or just for a quick and easy meal, these recipes will help you create the perfect sandwich.

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