Best 3 Cajun Baked Catfish Recipes

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If you're looking for a delightful and flavorful dish that will tantalize your taste buds, Cajun baked catfish is the perfect choice. With its crispy, golden-brown coating and tender, flaky flesh, this Southern classic is sure to become a favorite in your household. Whether you're hosting a special occasion or simply seeking a weeknight meal that's easy to prepare, Cajun baked catfish is an excellent option that combines bold flavors with a satisfying crunch in every bite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CAJUN BAKED CATFISH



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This well-seasoned fish nets me compliments from family and friends whenever I serves it. The fish is moist and flakey, the coating crisp, crunchy and flecked with paprika. -Jim Gales, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
2 teaspoons Cajun or blackened seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
2 catfish or tilapia fillets (6 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a shallow bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients., Dip fillets in cornmeal mixture to coat both sides. Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with paprika., Bake until fish begins to flake easily with fork, 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 748mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED CAJUN CATFISH



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This is our favorite way to serve catfish. I've made this with half of the spices at first. Then my family got older, I doubled the spices. -Wendy Stenman

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons canola oil
2 teaspoons garlic salt
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 catfish fillets (8 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients; brush over both sides of fish., Place fish in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 450° for 10-13 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 941mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CAJUN BAKED CATFISH DIJON



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Simple tasty baked fish recipe with that Cajun kick. Good for any flaky white fish fillets but catfish is the classic. Be careful how you mix the Dijon and the hot sauce, one overpowers the other or the two overpower the fish. I like to sprinkle some strong paprika (i.e. cayenne) at presentation for effect. Garnish with lemon wedges.

Provided by Doctor Greg

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Catfish

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds catfish fillets
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¾ cup thinly sliced red onion
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon hot chile oil
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Arrange the catfish in a shallow baking dish; season liberally with salt and pepper.
  • Spread onion slices over the fish.
  • Dot fish with butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove baking dish from oven.
  • Preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Mix the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and hot chile oil together in a bowl.
  • Spread the mayonnaise mixture over the fish.
  • Return the fish to the oven and broil until the sauce is browned and bubbly, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 753.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Cholesterol 149.6 mg, Fat 64.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 34.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.5 g, Sodium 1163.1 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

Tips:

  • For a crispy catfish, make sure to coat it evenly in the seasoned flour mixture.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • Be careful not to overcrowd the catfish in the baking dish. If necessary, bake the fish in batches.
  • Bake the catfish until it is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. This usually takes about 15-20 minutes.
  • Serve the catfish immediately with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw, hush puppies, or french fries.

Conclusion:

Cajun baked catfish is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to enjoy the flavors of Cajun cuisine without having to go to a restaurant. With its crispy coating and flaky fish, Cajun baked catfish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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