Cajun Perch Po'Boys Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a shallow dish, combine flour, cornmeal, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
• STEP 2.Dredge the perch fillets in the flour mixture, making sure they are evenly coated.
• STEP 3.Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the perch fillets until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
• STEP 4.While the fish is frying, prepare the remoulade sauce by combining mayonnaise, mustard, hot sauce, pickle relish, and Cajun seasoning in a bowl.
• STEP 5.Slice the baguette lengthwise and spread the remoulade sauce on both sides.
• STEP 6.Place the fried perch fillets on the bottom half of the baguette.
• STEP 7.Top with lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles.
• STEP 8.Close the sandwich with the top half of the baguette and press gently to secure the filling.
• STEP 9.Serve the Cajun Perch Po'Boys immediately and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the fish to ensure a crispy coating.
• You can adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning and hot sauce in the remoulade sauce according to your taste preference.
• For added flavor, you can toast the baguette before assembling the sandwich.

Storage and Serving

• Cajun Perch Po'Boys are best served immediately while the fish is still crispy.
• If you have leftovers, store the fried perch fillets separately from the bread and toppings.
• Reheat the fish in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 5-7 minutes until heated through.
• Assemble the sandwich with fresh bread and toppings before serving.