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Fried Catfish Sandwiches with Spicy Mayonnaise

Source of Recipe


Food & Wine






List of Ingredients



• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  
• 3/4 tsp fresh-ground black pepper
  
• 1/8 tsp cayenne
  
• 4 large crusty rolls, split
  
• 3/4 cup cornmeal
  
• 1-1/4 tsp salt
  
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  
• 2 lbs. catfish fillets
  
• 2 eggs, beaten to mix
  
• 1/4 cup cooking oil
  
• 3 cups tender greens, such as spinach or leaf lettuce (about 2 ounces)
  






Instructions



1. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, 1/2 teaspoon of the black pepper, and the cayenne. Spread the mayonnaise mixture on the rolls.
   
   
2. In a shallow bowl, combine the cornmeal with the salt, thyme, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Dip the fillets into the beaten eggs, and then into the seasoned cornmeal. Shake off the excess cornmeal.
   
   
3. In a large, nonstick frying pan, heat the oil over moderate heat. Add the cornmeal-coated fish and fry, turning once, until golden on the outside and just done in the center, about 4 minutes per side for 3/4-inch-thick fillets. Drain the fish on paper towels. Sandwich the catfish and greens in the rolls.
   
   Serves 4