FlowFX Catfish with Cajun Spiced Cornbread Crust

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-02 · Updated 2026-06-02

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Pan-seared catfish topped with a crunchy Cajun-spiced cornbread crust, inspired by the bold and dynamic Flowmaster FlowFX exhaust system. This Southern American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs catfish fillets, cornbread mix, paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Southern American cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) catfish fillets
1/2 cup cornbread mix
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
3 tbsp, melted butter
2 tbsp olive oil
for serving lemon wedges

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup cornbread mix, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir in 3 tbsp melted butter until crumbly.
Step 2: Pat dry 4 catfish fillets and brush both sides with 2 tbsp olive oil. Place fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
Step 3: Press the cornbread mixture evenly on top of each catfish fillet to form a crust.
Step 4: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and fish flakes easily with a fork.
Step 5: Serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.