Cajun Pan-Seared Catfish with Honey-Glazed Sweet Potatoes

Inspired by the rich culinary heritage of the American South, this dish combines the bold flavors of Cajun spices with the sweet, caramelized goodness of honey-glazed sweet potatoes and crispy pan-seared catfish.

🛒 Ingredients

• 4 pieces Catfish fillets
• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 4 tbsp Honey
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 2 large Sweet potatoes
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and slice sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch thick rounds.

2. 2

   Step 2: In a small bowl, mix together honey and brown sugar. Brush the mixture onto both sides of the sweet potato rounds.

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   Step 3: Place sweet potato rounds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat.

4. 4

   Step 4: Bake sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until tender and caramelized.

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   Step 5: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add a pinch of Cajun seasoning and cook for 1-2 minutes.

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   Step 6: Add catfish fillets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through.

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   Step 7: Remove catfish from the skillet and transfer to a plate. Reduce heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet.

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   Step 8: Sprinkle garlic powder and salt into the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

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   Step 9: Add the honey-glazed sweet potatoes to the skillet and toss to coat with the garlic butter sauce.

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    Step 10: Serve catfish with the honey-glazed sweet potatoes and garnish with chopped scallions, if desired.

💡 Pro Tips

For an extra crispy sweet potato crust, try baking them in a hot oven (425°F/220°C) for 5 minutes before glazing. To prevent catfish from breaking apart during cooking, make sure to pat it dry with paper towels before seasoning and frying.

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