Blackened Catfish with Cajun Shrimp & Sausage Fried Rice

1/2 red bell pepper, diced

1/2 yellow onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

Salt & pepper to taste

2 eggs, lightly beaten (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Blacken the Catfish

1. Pat fillets dry and coat both sides with blackened seasoning.
2. Heat olive oil in a cast iron or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Cook fish 3–4 minutes per side until deeply browned and flaky.
4. Remove and keep warm.

Step 2: Sauté Shrimp & Sausage

1. In the same pan, add more oil and cook sausage until browned.
2. Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes until pink.
3. Remove both and set aside.

Step 3: Build the Fried Rice

1. In remaining oil, sauté onion, peppers, and garlic until soft.
2. Push to the side and scramble eggs if using.
3. Add rice, soy sauce, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4. Stir in shrimp and sausage.

Step 4: Assemble

1. Plate a generous scoop of fried rice.
2. Top with blackened catfish.
3. Garnish with lemon wedges and parsley.

💡 Tips for Success

• Use a very hot pan for that perfect blackened crust.
• Day-old rice fries up better than fresh.
• Add hot sauce or Creole mustard on the side for extra kick.

🍽 What to Serve With It

• Cornbread muffins
• Southern coleslaw
• Sweet tea or lemon soda

📦 Storage & Reheating

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat rice and catfish separately for best texture.

❓ FAQs

Can I use another fish?
Yes! Try tilapia, haddock, or red snapper.

Is this recipe spicy?
Mild to medium. Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste.

🏁 Conclusion

This Blackened Catfish with Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Fried Rice is Southern comfort in its most flavorful form—one sizzling skillet at a time.

Make it for dinner and serve up victory—flavor first.