Pan-Seared Catfish with Cajun Spice and Creamy Corn Relish

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-03 · Updated 2026-06-03

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Delicately pan-seared catfish fillets seasoned with Cajun spices served alongside a sweet and creamy corn relish for a Southern-inspired seafood dish. This Southern-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 22 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 350 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: 12 min Serves 4 Southern cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (5 oz each) catfish fillets
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
3 tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 cups (from about 3 ears) fresh corn kernels
1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper
2 stalks, thinly sliced green onion
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp butter

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 catfish fillets and evenly coat both sides with 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning. Set aside.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the catfish fillets and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, with an internal temperature of 145°F. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels, 1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper, 2 thinly sliced green onions, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, and 1 tbsp fresh lime juice. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, mixing well.
Step 4: In the same skillet used for fish, add 1 tbsp butter over medium heat and sauté the corn relish mixture for 2 minutes until warmed through and slightly creamy.
Step 5: Serve the Cajun-spiced catfish topped with the creamy corn relish for a balanced and flavorful seafood entrée.