Pan-Seared Catfish with Missouri Corn Relish

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-24 · Updated 2026-07-24

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A Southern-inspired pan-seared catfish recipe served with a fresh, tangy corn relish featuring sweet Missouri corn and bright herbs. This American Southern-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs catfish fillets, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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: 10 min Serves 4 American Southern cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 fillets (6 oz each) catfish fillets
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 cup (about 2 ears) fresh corn kernels
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup finely diced red onion
1 small, seeded and minced jalapeño pepper
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp honey

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 catfish fillets and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 2: Place the catfish fillets skin-side down in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes until the edges are crispy and golden brown. Flip and cook an additional 3-4 minutes until opaque and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 3: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup fresh corn kernels, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, 1 minced jalapeño pepper, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tsp honey. Stir gently until well mixed and the flavors meld.
Step 4: Serve the pan-seared catfish topped generously with the Missouri corn relish for a fresh, vibrant contrast to the rich fish.