Sep 24 2026
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Redneck Surf-n-turf Recipe

Inspired by Flying Mango
Time2h
Serves4

Cajun catfish and loin back ribs with red beans & rice and cornbread

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Ingredients

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Cajun Catfish

Cornbread

Method

Cajun Catfish

  1. 1

    Marinate the Catfish

    In a bowl, mix Cajun seasoning, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Add catfish fillets and marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Cook the Catfish

    Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add marinated catfish fillets and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.

Loin Back Ribs

  1. 3

    Prepare the Ribs

    Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Rub the ribs with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 4

    Bake the Ribs

    Place the ribs on a baking sheet and cover with aluminum foil. Bake for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender. Remove foil, brush with barbecue sauce, and bake for an additional 30 minutes.

Red Beans & Rice

  1. 5

    Cook the Vegetables

    In a large pot, sauté onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until softened.

  2. 6

    Add Beans and Rice

    Add red kidney beans, chicken broth, cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then add rice and reduce heat. Simmer for about 20 minutes.

Cornbread

  1. 7

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt.

  2. 8

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and vegetable oil. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until combined.

  3. 9

    Bake the Cornbread

    Pour batter into a greased baking dish and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

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