Cajun Catfish

Dive into the bold, spicy flavors of the South with this irresistible Cajun Catfish recipe! Perfectly seasoned with a homemade Cajun spice blend featuring paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, and herbs, these tender catfish fillets are coated in a crispy flour-and-cornmeal crust and pan-fried to golden perfection. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make dish combines a crunchy exterior with the flaky, delicate texture of juicy catfish. Serve it hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon and a sprinkle of parsley for an extra burst of flavor. Whether you're planning a casual weeknight dinner or looking to impress with a Southern-inspired meal, this Cajun Catfish recipe will leave everyone craving seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 fillets Catfish fillets
• 2 teaspoons Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornmeal
• 4 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 4 pieces Lemon wedges
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to create the Cajun seasoning.

Step 2

Pat the catfish fillets dry with a paper towel and evenly sprinkle both sides with the Cajun seasoning. Rub the seasoning into the fillets to ensure even coverage.

Step 3

On a plate, combine the all-purpose flour and cornmeal. Dredge each seasoned fillet in the mixture, making sure each side is coated evenly. Shake off any excess coating.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.

Step 5

Add the catfish fillets to the skillet. Cook for about 3–4 minutes on each side, or until the coating is golden brown and crispy, and the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Step 6

Remove the cooked fillets from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 7

Serve the Cajun catfish hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired, and with a lemon wedge on the side for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(668.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1504.7

Total Fat 69.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.6g
Cholesterol 280mg	0%
Sodium 2577.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 2.0g
Protein 89.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 108.4mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 1644.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.9%

Protein: 23.4%

Carbs: 35.7%