Grilled Cajun-Spiced Catfish with Spicy Corn Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-14 · Updated 2026-06-14

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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. This Southern US-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs catfish fillets, Cajun seasoning, olive oil 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: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Southern US cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 fillets (6 oz each) catfish fillets
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup (from 2 ears) fresh corn kernels
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1 small, finely chopped jalapeño pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush 4 catfish fillets with 2 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning evenly on both sides.
Step 2: Place the catfish fillets on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 3: While the fish grills, combine 1 cup fresh corn kernels, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1 small finely chopped jalapeño, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper in a bowl. Mix well.
Step 4: Serve the grilled catfish topped with generous spoonfuls of the spicy corn salsa for a refreshing contrast.