Best 6 Cajun Compromise Catfish Recipes

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Are you craving a flavorful and succulent catfish dish that tantalizes your taste buds with a harmonious blend of Cajun spices and a touch of classic Southern cooking? Look no further than the Cajun Compromise Catfish! This unique culinary creation takes the classic catfish and elevates it to a new level of taste and texture. With its crispy outer coating infused with a symphony of Cajun seasonings and a tender, flaky interior that melts in your mouth, the Cajun Compromise Catfish is a culinary delight that will satisfy even the most discerning palate. Get ready to embark on a journey of flavors as we explore the perfect recipe to cook this irresistible Cajun-inspired dish.

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CAJUN COMPROMISE CATFISH



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A fast, tasty, spicy fried fish recipe which can be adjusted to suit the cook's (or diner's) preference. I call it Cajun Compromise because the spice level is the result of a compromise between my wife and I. It can be served with tartar sauce for the timid, or hot sauce for the not-so-timid. Great for appetizers or a main dish.

Provided by NOCKO

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Catfish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds catfish fillets, cut into 2 inch pieces
1 cup milk, or as needed
1 egg
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup cornmeal
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
2 teaspoons ground mustard
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 dash pepper sauce (such as Frank's Red Hot®)
¼ cup oil for frying, or as needed

Steps:

  • Soak the fish pieces in milk for at least 30 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and hot pepper sauce. In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, cornmeal, pepper, mustard and Cajun seasoning. Dip fish pieces into the dry mixture, then into the egg, then back into the dry mix. Set on a plate in the refrigerator and chill for about 15 minutes. This will help the batter stick to the fish.
  • Heat more than enough oil to cover the bottom of a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Fry fish pieces for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Depending on how much and what kind of Cajun seasoning you used, some of the breading may get darker than the rest.
  • Drain the fish on paper towels and serve with hot sauce or tartar sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 158.1 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 41.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 876.7 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

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



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Make and share this Cajun Baked Catfish recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Catfish

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups cornmeal
1 tablespoon pepper
8 (3 -4 ounce) catfish fillets
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted

Steps:

  • In a shallow container, mix together the first 2 ingredients; dredge catfish fillets in the cornmeal mixture.
  • Place fillets on a greased baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle the cajun seasoning over the fillets.
  • Drizzle with butter.
  • Bake in a 400° oven for 30 minutes or until golden and fish flake with a fork.
  • Garnish with lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 552, Fat 26.6, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 110.4, Sodium 193.2, Carbohydrate 46.9, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 0.4, Protein 31.5

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

CAJUN CATFISH



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Make and share this Cajun Catfish recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kimbearly

Categories     Catfish

Time 2m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 catfish fillets (4 oz. each)
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 ounce wheat flakes cereal
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoon oil
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Wash the fish fillets and pat dry.
  • In a bowl mix the ground wheat flakes and all the seasonings.
  • Pour the dry mixture onto a piece of foil or wax paper, and dip the fillets into the seasoning, coating both sides.
  • In a heavy cast iron fry pan heat the oil.
  • Fry the fillets for 2 minutes on each side.
  • Lay the fillets on a plate lined with a paper towel, cover with another paper towel, and pat to remove excess oil.

CAJUN CATFISH



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If you grew up with family fish fries, you know just how tasty fried fish and all the trimmings are.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups vegetable oil
1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup stone-ground cornmeal
2 tablespoons Cajun Creole seasoning
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 egg
2 pounds catfish nuggets, skin removed
Salt
1/4 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • In heavy 3-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat to 375°F.
  • In shallow dish, stir together flour, cornmeal, Creole seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder and red pepper. In another shallow dish, beat egg with fork until foamy.
  • Sprinkle catfish nuggets with salt and lemon juice. Dip each nugget into beaten egg, then roll in flour mixture to coat. Drop 4 to 6 nuggets at a time into hot oil. Cook 2 minutes; turn and cook 1 minute longer or until deep golden brown. Remove from oil; drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 450 mg

Tips:

  • Use fresh catfish fillets for the best results. Fresh catfish has a mild, slightly sweet flavor that will stand up to the bold flavors of the Cajun seasoning.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can use milk instead. Just add a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to the milk to help tenderize the fish.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the fish. This will cause the fish to steam instead of fry and will result in soggy fish.
  • Cook the fish until it is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork. Overcooked fish will be dry and tough.
  • Serve the fish immediately with your favorite sides. Some popular sides for catfish include hush puppies, coleslaw, and french fries.

Conclusion:

Catfish is a delicious and versatile fish that can be cooked in many different ways. The Cajun Compromise Catfish recipe is a great way to enjoy this fish. The catfish is marinated in buttermilk and then coated in a flavorful Cajun seasoning before being fried. The result is a crispy, golden brown fish that is full of flavor. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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