50 Southern US Recipes
From Pan-Seared Catfish with Spicy Texan Pepper Sauce to Pan-Seared Cajun Catfish with Zesty Corn Salsa — explore 50 Southern US recipes with calorie counts, cook times, and one-tap Instacart ordering. Sort by rating, cook time, or dietary fit.
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Pan-Seared Catfish with Spicy Texan Pepper Sauce
This dish features tender pan-seared catfish fillets paired with a smoky, spicy pepper sauce inspired by Texas flavors for a bold regional taste.
Pan-Seared Cajun Catfish with Zesty Corn Salsa
This dish features tender catfish fillets seasoned with bold Cajun spices, pan-seared to a golden crust, paired with a fresh, tangy corn salsa that adds a burst of brightness.
Grilled Cajun-Spiced Catfish with Cornbread Salad
A Southern-inspired grilled catfish seasoned with bold Cajun spices paired with a fresh cornbread and tomato salad.
Pan-Seared Cajun Catfish with Southern Corn Relish
A vibrant dish featuring crispy Cajun-spiced catfish fillets paired with a fresh Southern-style corn and tomato relish.
Pan-Seared Catfish with Cajun Spice and Creamy Jalapeño Slaw
Crisp pan-seared catfish fillets dusted with Cajun seasoning paired with a creamy, zesty jalapeño slaw that balances spice and freshness.
Pan-Seared Catfish with Spicy Amarillo Pepper Sauce
Delicate catfish fillets pan-seared to golden perfection and drizzled with a smoky, spicy pepper sauce inspired by Amarillo’s bold flavors.
Blackened Catfish with Spicy Cajun Rub
A bold blackened catfish fillet seasoned with a vibrant Cajun spice blend, inspired by the soulful rhythms of jazz.
Pan-Seared Catfish with Texas-Style Cajun Rub
This pan-seared catfish features a bold Texas-style Cajun spice rub that creates a flavorful crust, perfectly complemented by a simple lemon butter sauce.
Pan-Seared Catfish with Southern-Style Hush Puppy Fritters
This dish features tender pan-seared catfish fillets paired with golden hush puppy fritters inspired by Southern regional flavors.
Baked Cajun-Spiced Catfish with Roasted Corn Salsa
Oven-baked catfish fillets seasoned with bold Cajun spices paired with a fresh roasted corn and tomato salsa for a vibrant southern-inspired dish.
Savannah-Inspired Shrimp and Grits with Andouille and Smoked Paprika
Creamy stone-ground grits topped with sautéed shrimp, smoky andouille sausage, and a touch of smoked paprika for Southern coastal flavor.
Roasted Cajun-Spiced Catfish with Corn and Okra Succotash
A flavorful Southern-inspired roasted catfish dish accented by a vibrant corn and okra succotash that brings regional soul to your plate.
Grilled Cajun-Spiced Catfish with Creole Tomato Relish
This grilled catfish brings bold regional Cajun spices paired with a fresh Creole tomato relish for a vibrant Southern flavor.
Pan-Seared Cajun Catfish with Creole Tomato Relish
A vibrant Southern-inspired pan-seared catfish seasoned with bold Cajun spices, topped with a zesty Creole tomato relish bursting with fresh herbs and peppers.
Pan-Seared Catfish with Cilantro-Chile Lime Butter
Delicate catfish fillets pan-seared until golden and topped with a vibrant cilantro, chile, and lime butter for a flavorful seafood entrée.
Crispy Pan-Seared Catfish with Spicy Chipotle Aioli
Catfish fillets pan-seared until golden and crispy, served with a smoky and spicy chipotle aioli that adds a flavorful kick.
Pan-Seared Catfish with Cajun Spiced Butter
A tender catfish fillet pan-seared to golden perfection and finished with a rich Cajun butter sauce bursting with aromatic spices.
Pan-Seared Catfish with Cajun Spice and Collard Greens
Tender catfish fillets seasoned with Cajun spices and pan-seared to perfection, served alongside sautéed collard greens with garlic and smoked paprika.
Pan-Seared Catfish with Spicy Cajun Butter
This Pan-Seared Catfish features a crispy exterior with tender, flaky fish inside, complemented by a rich and spicy Cajun butter sauce.
Grilled Pecan-Crusted Catfish with Spicy Jalapeño Remoulade
Delicately grilled catfish coated with crunchy pecans and served with a creamy, spicy jalapeño remoulade that adds a flavorful kick.
Pan-Seared Southern-Style Catfish with Spicy Corn Maque Choux
A regional Southern U.S. dish featuring tender catfish fillets pan-seared and served with a vibrant, spicy corn and bell pepper sauté.
Grilled Cajun-Spiced Catfish with Citrus Butter Sauce
A tender catfish fillet marinated in bold Cajun spices, grilled to perfection, then topped with a zesty citrus-infused butter sauce for bright, rich flavor.
Grilled Cajun-Spiced Catfish with Corn and Tomato Salad
This dish features tender catfish fillets grilled with a robust Cajun spice blend, complemented by a fresh corn and tomato salad with a tangy lime dressing.
Grilled Cajun-Spiced Catfish with Spicy Corn Salsa
This dish features tender grilled catfish fillets seasoned with a robust Cajun spice blend, paired with a vibrant and spicy corn salsa bursting with fresh flavors.
About southern us cooking
What defines Southern US cooking?
Southern US cooking is shaped by the ingredients, techniques, and flavor pairings that emerged in that region. Our 50 Southern US recipes cover everything from quick weeknight meals to classic dishes worth learning end-to-end.
What are common Southern US pantry staples?
Each recipe lists its ingredients. Filter by prep time under 30 minutes to find Southern US recipes that lean on easily-stocked staples rather than specialty ingredients.
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Are there vegetarian Southern US options?
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