Grilled Cajun-Spiced Catfish with Sweet Corn Hush Puppies

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-29 · Updated 2026-05-29

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Smoky grilled catfish fillets seasoned with Cajun spices paired with golden, crunchy sweet corn hush puppies for a Southern-inspired meal. This Southern American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, layers catfish fillets, cajun seasoning, olive oil into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. 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: 20 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Southern American cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) catfish fillets
2 tbsp cajun seasoning
3 tbsp olive oil
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tbsp sugar
3/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup, thawed frozen corn kernels
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
for frying, about 2 cups vegetable oil

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush 4 catfish fillets with 2 tbsp olive oil and evenly coat with 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning. Set aside for 10 minutes to absorb flavors.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup yellow cornmeal, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 3/4 cup buttermilk, 1/4 cup chopped green onions, and 1/2 cup thawed corn kernels, stirring gently to form a thick batter.
Step 3: Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350°F. Drop tablespoon-sized portions of the batter into the hot oil, frying in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
Step 4: Grill seasoned catfish fillets for 4-5 minutes per side until opaque and cooked through, with grill marks visible and fish flaking easily.
Step 5: Serve the grilled catfish alongside the warm sweet corn hush puppies for a hearty, regional-inspired dish.