Southern Fried Catfish with Cajun Shrimp & Cheesy Grits

May 5, 2026 by otman

2 large catfish fillets

1 cup cornmeal

½ cup all-purpose flour

1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

1 tsp paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

1 cup buttermilk

Oil for frying

For the Cajun Shrimp:

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

2 tbsp butter

1 tbsp olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

¼ cup chicken broth

½ cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese

Fresh parsley, chopped

For the Cheesy Grits:

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