Pan-Seared Cajun Catfish with Spicy Remoulade

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-30 · Updated 2026-04-30

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Catfish fillets pan-seared with Cajun seasoning, served with a tangy and spicy remoulade sauce for a flavorful Southern-inspired meal. This Southern-inspired seafood recipe (gluten free), ready in about 27 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 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 12 min Serves 4 Southern cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) catfish fillets
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
3 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp hot sauce
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp capers, chopped
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 catfish fillets (about 6 oz each) and evenly rub 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning on both sides. Let rest for 10 minutes to absorb flavors.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon hot sauce, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon chopped capers, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, and 1 minced garlic clove. Season with 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and stir until smooth. Refrigerate remoulade sauce until ready to serve.
Step 3: Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned catfish fillets and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, with opaque flesh that flakes easily.
Step 4: Serve catfish fillets hot topped or alongside the spicy remoulade sauce for dipping.