Here’s a simple, flavorful Baked Cajun Catfish recipe you can make at home — crispy, spicy, and Southern-inspired 🐟🌶️
🐟 Baked Cajun Catfish
🛒 Ingredients
- 4 catfish fillets (about 1¼ lb)
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (more if you want heat)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- Optional: lemon wedges and fresh parsley for serving
(This seasoning gives a classic Creole/Cajun flavor without frying.) (Savory)
🔪 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 °F (220 °C).
- Prepare pan: Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment and lightly spray with cooking oil.
- Mix seasoning: In a bowl, combine thyme, oregano, paprika, cayenne, garlic & onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Season fish: Pat catfish fillets dry and evenly coat both sides with the spice mixture.
- Bake: Place fillets on the prepared sheet and bake about 15 minutes, until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve: Squeeze lemon over the top and sprinkle parsley if you like. (Savory)
🍽️ Tips & Serving Suggestions
- Cornmeal crust variation: Mix ½ cup cornmeal with Cajun seasoning and dredge fillets before baking for a little crunch. (Umami)
- Sides that pair well: Cajun rice, roasted veggies, coleslaw, or simple steamed greens.
- Spicier: Add extra cayenne or a dash of hot sauce to the seasoning.
- Finish with lemon wedges for brightness.
Would you like a sheet-pan version with veggies or a Cajun remoulade sauce to go with this? 🍋🔥
