Pan-Seared Catfish with Cajun Spices and Creamy Remoulade

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Tender catfish fillets pan-seared with bold Cajun spices, served alongside a tangy homemade remoulade sauce for a classic Southern seafood experience. This American-inspired seafood recipe, 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 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: 12 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 catfish fillets and evenly coat both sides with 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp chopped capers, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tsp hot sauce, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until smooth. Refrigerate until serving.
  3. Step 3: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the seasoned catfish fillets and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  4. Step 4: Transfer the cooked catfish to plates and serve with a generous dollop of the creamy remoulade sauce on the side.

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