Creole Fish and Chips
 
Makes 4 to 6 Servings
Ingredients
  • ½ cup mayonnaise*
  • 3 tablespoons Creole mustard
  • 2 tablespoons chopped capers
  • 1½ teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons plus ½ teaspoon Creole seasoning*, divided
  • 4 large russet potatoes
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 (11.2-ounce) bottle beer*
  • 4 (6-ounce) boneless skinless catfish fillets, cut into 4-inch pieces
  • Lemon slices, to serve
Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, capers, lemon juice, and ½ teaspoon Creole seasoning. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. Cut potatoes into 3×¼-inch pieces. Place in a large bowl with enough cold water to cover. Let stand for 10 minutes.
  3. In a large Dutch oven, pour oil to a depth of 2 inches, and heat over medium heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350°.
  4. Drain potatoes, and pat dry. Working in batches, fry potatoes until golden, about 5 minutes. Remove from oil using a slotted spoon, and let drain on paper towels; let stand for 5 minutes. Return potatoes to oil, and fry until crispy, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from oil using a slotted spoon, and let drain on paper towels; sprinkle with 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and remaining 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning. Add beer, gently whisking just until combined. Working in batches, dip fish in batter, letting excess drip off.
  6. Working in batches, gently place fish in oil, and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes. Let drain on paper towels. Serve with fries, mayonnaise mixture, and lemon slices.
Notes
*We used Blue Plate Mayonnaise, Tony Chachere’s Original Creole Seasoning, and Abita Amber.
Recipe by Louisiana Cookin' at https://louisianacookin.com/creole-fish-chips/