Cajun Catfish with Spicy Strawberry Sauce
Delight your taste buds with the bold and unexpected flavors of Cajun Catfish with Spicy Strawberry Sauce. This easy-to-make recipe pairs perfectly seasoned, pan-seared catfish with a vibrant, tangy-sweet strawberry sauce featuring a hint of heat from red chili flakes. The Cajun seasoning lends a smoky, zesty kick to the fish, while the luscious sauce, made with fresh strawberries, honey, and lime juice, adds a tantalizing balance of sweetness and spice. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is not only quick but also a show-stopping centerpiece for any dinner table. Serve it alongside fluffy rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp green salad for a complete, flavorful meal that’s sure to impress. Whether you’re craving a unique seafood recipe or looking to elevate a weeknight dinner, this fusion of Southern-inspired flavors is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 catfish fillets
- 3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups strawberries (hulled and chopped)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the catfish fillets under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Rub each fillet generously with 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning, ensuring both sides are well coated. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped strawberries, honey, lime juice, red chili flakes, water, salt, and black pepper.
Cook the strawberry mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes or until the strawberries break down and the sauce starts to thicken.
Once the sauce is cooked, use an immersion blender (or carefully transfer to a blender) to puree the mixture until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Set the sauce aside and keep warm.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the seasoned catfish fillets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Plate the cooked catfish fillets and drizzle the spicy strawberry sauce over the top.
Serve immediately and enjoy with your choice of side dishes, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
949 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.6 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 280 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 7339 mg | 319% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.7 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.3 g | ||
| Protein | 76.4 g | 153% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1700 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
