Pan-Seared Catfish with Cajun Spice and Roasted Corn Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-23 · Updated 2026-06-23

Delicately pan-seared catfish fillets seasoned with Cajun spices, served alongside a vibrant roasted corn salsa bursting with fresh flavors. This Southern American-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 320 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.

Ingredients

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

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 catfish fillets and rub evenly with 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning on all sides.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the catfish fillets and cook for 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through; remove and keep warm.
3. Step 3: In a separate pan, add 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 cup fresh corn kernels, 1 small diced red bell pepper, and 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, sauté for 5 minutes until the corn is lightly charred and vegetables are softened.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp chopped cilantro, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Serve the salsa spooned over the catfish fillets.