Author: Mike

Grilled Turkey Breast Po Boy

I picked up a 3 or so pound boneless, skinless turkey breast the other day. I was going to smoke it and use it in turkey salad sandwiches, but instead I grilled it and sliced it thin for po boys, which I made two ways. Nothing beats a tender, juicy grilled turkey breast po boy on fresh bread with fresh toppings.

Grilled Turkey Breast Po Boy

You don’t have to make these grilled turkey breast po boys the same way every time. I didn’t.

The first time, I served up on a hoagie roll with Southern broccoli slaw. I’ve always liked slaw on pulled pork sandwiches, and have found it goes just as well on any grilled meat sandwich.

The second po boy (ok, more a sandwich) was served up on a hamburger bun with Kaw-Cajun comeback sauce (recipe courtesy Chez John), lettuce, red onion and tomato. The perfect sandwich.

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Also try my roasted shrimp po boy. It’s mighty good too!

Grilled Turkey Breast Po Boy
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Grilled Turkey Breast Po’Boys

A great way to serve up grilled turkey (or chicken) breast.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword sandwich, turkey
Prep Time 12 hours
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 14 hours
Servings 6
Calories 347kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

For a classic sandwich

  • 1 medium red onion sliced thin
  • handful lettuce washed and patted dry
  • 1 large tomato sliced
  • ¼ cup Kaw-Cajun Comeback sauce or more

For the slaw-based sandwich

  • 12 ounce broccoli slaw mix
  • 1 bottle southern-style slaw dressing

Instructions

  • Place the turkey into a large resealable bag.
  • Add the dressing. Turn to coat.
  • Refrigerate overnight.
  • Start up your grill for two-zone (direct and indirect) cooking.
  • Salt and pepper the turkey, to taste.
  • Lightly sear the turkey over high heat then move to indirect heat and cook until the internal temperature reaches 170 F.
  • Remove and let rest at least 15 minutes.
  • Slice thin against the grain.
  • Lightly toast the buns or rolls, if desired.
  • Slather the buns with the Comeback sauce.
  • Add turkey.

For a classic sandwich

  • Top buns with sliced turkey, lettuce, onion, and tomato.
  • Serve.

For the slaw-based sandwich

  • Combine the slaw mix and dressing.
  • Heap the slaw over the turkey. Serve.

Notes

You can also make this using chicken breasts, but you’ll need several to make 2-3 pounds.

Nutrition

Calories: 347kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 732mg | Potassium: 719mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 517IU | Vitamin C: 59mg | Calcium: 132mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Grilled Chicken Wrap with Southwestern Dipping Sauce

This is my take on a recipe for a grilled chicken wrap with southwestern dipping sauce posted on the Kraft website. I liked the original idea, but made a few changes. I really liked the final result. Oddly, my wife did not. She thought it was a tad bland. I found it to be tasty, crisp, and even better when dipped into the sauce.

Grilled Chicken Wrap with Southwestern Dipping Sauce

Any Chicken Will Do

A lot of recipes like this one for grilled chicken wrap with southwestern dipping sauce call for using chicken breasts. I prefer to use chicken tenderloin, specially when I can find them on sale. They cook quicker and are more tender.

The dipping sauce is good for anything. Veggies. Chips. Wraps.

I highly recommend that you shred or grate your own cheese at home. Don’t buy the pre-shredded or pre-grated stuff. It has stuff added to it to keep it from sticking together. That ‘stuff’ affects how the cheese melts. Shred it yourself and use the good stuff.

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Also try my delicious southwest wraps.

Grilled Chicken Wrap with Southwestern Dipping Sauce
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Grilled Chicken Wrap with Southwestern Dipping Sauce

A lot of recipes call for using chicken breasts. I prefer to use chicken tenderloins, specially when I can find them on sale. They cook quicker and are more tender.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword chicken, dipping sauce, grilled, southwestern, wraps
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 538kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

For the wraps

  • 1 pound chicken breasts grilled, cooled, chopped
  • 1 ½ cups broccoli slaw see below
  • 2 carrots shredded
  • ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • ½ cup grape tomatoes sliced
  • ¼ cup Ranch dressing
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 4 whole wheat tortillas

For the slaw (you’ll have some leftover)

  • 12 ounces broccoli slaw mix
  • 1 jar coleslaw dressing

For the sauce

Instructions

For the wraps

  • Combine all ingredients and divide among the 4 wraps.
  • Roll up and place on a hot grill for about 2 minutes per side.
  • Serve with the dipping sauce.

For the slaw

  • Combine the slaw and dressing. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before using.

For the sauce

  • Combine all ingredients.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before using.

Notes

You can substitute chicken tenderloins or even boneless skinless thighs for the breasts.

Nutrition

Calories: 538kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 925mg | Potassium: 1119mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 6634IU | Vitamin C: 130mg | Calcium: 328mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Solterito Arequipeño (Arequipa Avocado Salad)

This salad reminds me of the time we spent in Arequipa. Many, many, years ago, I lived in Lima, Peru. Every vacation we had was spent driving, flying, boating or somehow traveling Peru. In one such journey, we took the train from Puno to Arequipa. It was quite an amazing ride through the Andes. Arequipa was an interesting city with fantastic architecture. Many of the buildings are white (from a white volcanic rock), making it look unlike most of the towns we stayed in.

Arequipa is called The White City, but not only because of the white buildings. Many of its early colonial inhabitants were Creole, from Iberia. It’s also not far from the Nazca lines which we flew over in a tiny plane… and although the lines were way cool, the flight was far from it!

Arequipa Avocado Salad

Tasty And Fresh

Solterito Arequipeño (Arequipa Avocado Salad) is tasty and fresh. I had some Peruvian choclo from a recent trip to Jungle Jim’s in Cincinnati. It makes this dish even more special. I ate a lot of choclo when we traveled Peru. It was one of my roadside-stand favorites.

My mom gave us a few paintings that she bought in Arequipa that show some of the white buildings there. We have them hanging in our dining room.

Arequipa, Peru Painting

Arequipa, Peru Painting

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Arequipa avocado salad brings back many memories to me. So does my papa al Huancaína.

Arequipa Avocado Salad
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Solterito Arequipeño (Arequipa Avocado Salad)

A refreshing Peruvian salad
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword avocado, salad
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 266kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 avocado ripe
  • 1 large carrot peeled and cubed
  • 8 ounces queso blanco can substitute feta cheese
  • 1 can Lima beans
  • 1 red onion chopped
  • 2 ears frozen choclo corn or sweet corn-on-the-cob
  • 1 red chilli pepper finely chopped
  • 6 ounce black olives sliced, drained
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 limes juiced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped
  • kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Boil the corn for 10 minutes.
  • Add in the carrots and boil for 5 more minutes.
  • Add the beans and boil for another 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and drain.
  • After corn has cooled slightly, cut kernels from the cobs.
  • Place corn, carrots, beans, onion, cheese, and olives into a medium bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the oil, lime, parsley and salt and pepper, to taste. Pour into vegetable bowl and stir.
  • Let cool 10 minutes in the refrigerator.
  • Serve topped with the avocado.

Notes

Best served immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 266kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 889mg | Potassium: 526mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 2468IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 230mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Muffuletta Pasta Salad

Marguerite over at Cajun Delights posts some of the best food I’ve ever seen (and tasted). Everything she makes always looks soooo good! Her muffuletta pasta salad is no exception! I’m a huge fan of muffuletta sandwiches, so I knew already that I’d be a fan of this salad. All the great tastes of the classic sandwich, put it a bowl! Heck yeah, sign me up!

I recently bought a big jar of Boscoli olive salad. I usually make my own olive salad, but everyone raves about Boscoli, so I thought I’d try it. It’s perfect for this pasta salad, and it’s a lot quicker than making your own olive salad. And by-the-way, Boscoli also makes a great dirty martini olive juice!

Muffaletta Pasta Salad

The Perfect Bowl Of Happiness

Pair this muffuletta pasta salad with a muffuletta flatbread pizza and you’ve got yourself a meal! And for a slight twist, use a roasted red bell pepper instead. It doesn’t change up the flavors in a huge way. But you’ll notice the difference.

I almost always use Blue Plate mayonnaise in the dishes I make. I think it is the best around. If you can’t find it locally you can pick it up online for a fair price.

Blue Plate Real Mayonnaise, Homestyle Mayo For Chicken Salad to Deviled Eggs, 30 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Blue Plate Real Mayonnaise, Homestyle Mayo For Chicken Salad to Deviled Eggs, 30 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)

This is the perfect side for a muffuletta hot dog!

Muffaletta Pasta Salad
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Muffuletta Pasta Salad

Fantastic pasta salad with that great muffuletta taste
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword pasta salad
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
2 hours
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 713kcal
Author Marguerite at Cajun Delights

Equipment

Ingredients

For the salad

For the dressing

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta per package instructions. Drain well and let cool.
  • Combine pasta with onion, pepper, mozzarella, ham, salami, and olive salad in a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mayo, mustard, Cajun seasoning and salt and hot sauce (to taste).
  • Add dressing to pasta mixture. Stir well.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Always stir before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 713kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 1967mg | Potassium: 543mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1724IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 413mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Berry Wontons

I found this great idea for berry wontons over on the Kraft website (they have other great recipes too!). I thought it would be perfect for a little bite after dinner, specially since berries are in season. The wontons get a little crunchy. But that’s ok because you want a little crunch to contrast the creamy cheese. Use any berries you want!

Berry Wontons

Cooking Time Is Important

You have to keep an eye on the wontons while they are baking. They definitely browned up in 10 minutes in our oven. The next time I made these berry wontons I went 7 minutes instead. I was happier with the end result.

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Also try my spicy broccoli cheese wonton cups.

Berry Wontons
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Berry Wontons

You have to keep an eye on the wontons while they are baking. They definitely browned up in 10 minutes in our oven. The next time I made these I went 7 minutes instead and I was happier with the end result.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword wontons
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 156kcal
Author Kraft

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 16 won ton wrappers
  • 8 ounces Philadelphia White Chocolate Cream Cheese Spread
  • 2 cups fresh blackberries washed, patted dry

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Spray 16 muffin pan cups with cooking spray.
  • Push wonton wrappers down into muffin pan, leaving some of the edges to extend over the tops.
  • Bake 7-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Let cool completely.
  • Spoon 1 tablespoon of the chocolate cream cheese into the bottom of each wonton cup.
  • Top with berries and serve.

Notes

You don’t want to over-bake these so keep an eye on them!

Nutrition

Calories: 156kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 177mg | Potassium: 110mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 460IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fried Carrot Strips with Cajun Mayonnaise Dipping Sauce

Wow. Who would’ve thought that fried carrot strips with Cajun mayonnaise dipping sauce would be sooooo good? I mean, really good! You have to make these. The carrots come out crunchy, almost like potato chips. All you need then is to dip them into a spicy cool sauce and life is good!

The fried carrot strips with Cajun mayonnaise dipping sauce taste almost like sweet potatoes, actually. I could see cutting these into thin fries and having them come out fantastically crispy. The dipping sauce is also really good. It pairs up perfectly with the carrots.

Fried Carrot Strips with Cajun Mayonnaise Dipping Sauce

Dark But Not Burnt

Don’t be afraid to fry the carrots until they are very dark. They aren’t burnt even though they may look that way. Any lighter and they will be soggy and soft – not a good combination for dipping!

The Presto Fry Daddy is perfect for making smaller batches of food. It only uses a few cups of oil and comes to temperature quickly. Clean-up is easy too!

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Presto Fry Daddy 4-Cup Electric Deep Fryer, Aluminum

Also try my spicy cranberry glazed carrots. Like fried? My fried poblano strips are the bomb.

Fried Carrot Strips with Cajun Mayonnaise Dipping Sauce
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Fried Carrot Strips

Yummy crunchy fried carrots with a kicked-up dipping sauce.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword carrots, deep-fried
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 2301kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Cajun mayonnaise dipping sauce

For the carrots

Instructions

  • Combine all of the dipping sauce ingredients and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven or deep-fryer to 350 F.
  • Cut the carrots into 1/16″ thick strips lengthwise.
  • Working in batches, fry the carrots until dark, about 10-20 seconds.
  • Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Serve with the dipping sauce.

Notes

The dipping sauce is great for fries, too!

Nutrition

Calories: 2301kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 260g | Saturated Fat: 184g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 419mg | Potassium: 319mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 15444IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Country Green Beans

I love country green beans cooked this way. They’re as good as the ones I’ve eaten at our local favorite soul food restaurant. That’s saying a lot. I could actually eat a bowl of these for dinner. By themselves, specially if they are made with fresh green beans.

Country Green Beans

Great Beans Thanks To The Broth

Yes, you can make country green beans with canned beans, but the end result will be nowhere near as good. Frozen beans will give you a little bit better results, but fresh is (always) best!

These beans are best when made with homemade chicken broth or stock. You can also make them with beef broth. If you do have to buy your stock, make sure you get a good brand.

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365 by Whole Foods Market, Organic Low Sodium Chicken Broth, 32 Fl Oz

Also try my grilled Chinese long beans and my southern green beans.

Country Green Beans
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Country Green Beans

These beans are best when made with homemade chicken broth or stock. You can also make these with beef broth.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword green beans
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Servings 4
Calories 103kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup white onion chopped
  • 4 slices smoked bacon chopped
  • 1 pound fresh green beans
  • 4 cups chicken broth

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a medium pot. Add onions and bacon and cook until the onions are just starting to soften and the bacon is cooked (the bacon will not be crispy).
  • Add in the beans and broth. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer and cook until the beans are done, 30-45 minutes.

Notes

As a variation, you can cook the bacon in a separate skillet. Drain most of the fat. When the beans are done cooking, place them in the skillet over high heat just long enough to toss and coat with the bacon drippings. Serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 103kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 1156mg | Potassium: 555mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 795IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Grilled Chinese Long Green Beans

The produce section at Jungle Jim’s in Cincinnati is fantastic. The last time we were there I noticed they had Chinese long green beans, so I picked up a pound. I’ve seen them used on cooking shows on TV, but I’ve never cooked them. I figured I’d try out some grilled Chinese long green beans. And I’m glad I did!

Grilled Chinese Long Green Beans

Add Some Contrast

I decided to make these grilled Chinese long green beans along with some sliced radishes and minced garlic. I liked the slight heat from the radishes. And of course garlic and green beans were made for each other. Grilling adds that extra flavor you’re just not going to get on the stovetop.

These beans have great green bean flavor that you are used to. Plus they’re fun to look at. They are over a foot long!

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Weber Deluxe Grilling Basket

(I noticed yesterday that our local grocery store is now carrying Chinese long green beans! Woo hoo!)

Also try my barbecue green beans.

Grilled Chinese Long Green Beans
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Grilled Chinese Long Green Beans

Grilling these beans until they are a little caramelized really brings out the flavor!
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword beans, grilled
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 38kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Chinese long green beans
  • 6 radishes halved
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Olive oil

Instructions

  • Preheat grill to medium high.
  • Place beans, radishes and garlic in a large bowl.
  • Drizzle with oil and toss to combine.
  • Place vegetable mixture onto the grill.
  • Grill until starting to char, then flip and continue grilling until lightly charred and the beans are tender.

Notes

I like to shave or grate a little Parmesan over the tops of the beans before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 38kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 259mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 783IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Breakfast Po Boy

I was looking at a loaf of French bread that was sitting on the counter. I was wondering what was I going to do with it. I’d made about 8 different po boys in as many days. I was worried that my wife might be getting tired of eating them, but I had to make one more, but I had to make a breakfast po boy. It’s an omelet on a roll, topped with a creamy cheese sauce. If you’re looking for a bit of kick, add some red pepper flake or cayenne pepper to the omelet or (and!) the cheese sauce.

Breakfast Po Boy

It’s All About The Cheese Sauce

This breakfast po boy was easy to make and actually quite delicious. You can put whatever you want into the omelet of course. The cheese sauce takes it over the top. Try my breakfast pizza and my Mexican breakfast taco too!

I highly recommend that you shred or grate your own cheese at home. Don’t buy the pre-shredded or pre-grated stuff. It has stuff added to it to keep it from sticking together. That ‘stuff’ affects how the cheese melts. Shred it yourself and use the good stuff.

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Also try my breakfast pizza.

Breakfast Po Boy
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Breakfast Po’Boy

Put whatever you want into the omelet!
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Keyword breakfast, sandwich
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 1186kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

For the omelet

  • 6 eggs lightly beaten
  • ¾ cup milk
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1-2 tablespoons onion chopped
  • 1-2 tablespoons red bell pepper chopped
  • ½ cup breakfast sausage cooked and crumbled

For the cheese sauce

For the sandwich

  • ½ loaf French bread halved lengthwise

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 F.
  • Spray a 9″ x 9″ pan with non-stick spray.
  • Mix the eggs, milk, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, onion, pepper and sausage in a bowl and pour into the pan.
  • Bake 40-45 minutes or until done. Remove and let cool slightly.
  • For the cheese sauce, melt butter in a small saucepan.
  • Stir in the cornstarch, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper until smooth.
  • Gradually add milk.
  • Bring to a boil and cook 2 minutes or until thickened, stirring often.
  • Reduce heat. Stir in cheese until melted. Remove from heat.
  • Lightly toast the bread if desired.
  • Cut omelet into a rectangle and place onto bread half.
  • Pour cheese sauce over omelet. Add bread top and enjoy!

Notes

Substitute pepper jack for the cheddar for a nice kick.

Nutrition

Calories: 1186kcal | Carbohydrates: 74g | Protein: 68g | Fat: 68g | Saturated Fat: 35g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 655mg | Sodium: 2581mg | Potassium: 810mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 2377IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 1190mg | Iron: 7mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Crunchy Tilapia Po Boy

I had a coupon for some frozen fried fish filets the other day. Sometimes I have to cave in to the hankering for a fish sandwich. I’ve made a copycat version of the McDonald’s fish filet sandwich before. This time I decided to make a crunchy tilapia po boy instead since I had a big batch of Kaw-Cajun Comeback sauce on hand.

Crunchy Tilapia Po Boy

Crunchy Goodness

I tried this crunchy tilapia po boy two ways. One as a traditional po boy on a bread roll (I used a loaf of French bread), and one on regular burger buns. Both versions were great. The fish was crunchy, the toppings fresh, and the bite from the sauce really kicked these po boys up. They’re reminiscent of the fat-food fish sandwiches you can enjoy today.

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Amazon Fresh – Artisan Bake at Home French Style Demi Baguette, 12 oz (2 ct)

Also try my Cajun Fillet-o-Fish sandwiches.

Crunchy Tilapia Po Boy
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Crunchy Tilapia Po’Boy

I tried this two ways. One as a traditional po’boy on a bread roll (I used French), and one on regular burger buns. Both versions were great!
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword fish, sandwich
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 1305kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

  • 2 fish filets I used crunchy large Tilapia filets
  • ½ loaf French bread hamburger buns work great too!
  • 4 tablespoons Kaw-Cajun Comeback sauce or more
  • lettuce shredded or chopped
  • 4 slices American cheese
  • 2 slices tomato optional

Instructions

  • Cook the filets per package instructions.
  • Lightly brown the bread, if desired. Slather with the comeback sauce.
  • Add fish, cheese, lettuce, and tomato. Enjoy!

Notes

I like to use mayonnaise instead of the comeback sauce too!

Nutrition

Calories: 1305kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 167g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 564mg | Sodium: 1603mg | Potassium: 3469mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1072IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 612mg | Iron: 7mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)
Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)