Easy Coastal Breeze Catfish Recipe: Pan-Fried Perfection
Coastal Breeze Pan Fried Catfish with Wurzpott Seasoning
If you’re craving a light, flavorful seafood dish that brings a touch of the coast to your kitchen, this Coastal Breeze Pan Fried Catfish recipe is exactly what you need. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining, this dish delivers a golden crust, tender flaky fish, and a zesty citrus finish that brightens every bite.

The star of this recipe is Wurzpott Coastal Breeze Seasoning, a gourmet spice blend crafted with sea salt, herbs, and natural lemon notes for a truly fresh coastal taste. It’s an effortless way to make home cooked seafood feel restaurant worthy.
To start, you’ll need two catfish fillets, ½ cup of vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons of cornmeal, and 1 tablespoon of Wurzpott Coastal Breeze Seasoning. Simply dredge the fillets in a light coating of cornmeal mixed with the seasoning blend. The cornmeal creates a crisp exterior, while the Wurzpott blend infuses the fish with bright, savory notes.
Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat and pan fry each fillet for about three to four minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. The result is beautifully browned catfish that’s crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. Serve warm with fresh lemon wedges for a burst of citrus to complement the seasoning’s zesty character.
Coastal Breeze Pan Fried Catfish
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Category
Main Course
Cuisine
Southern Seafood
Recipe By:
Wurzpott Chef
Servings
2
Prep Time
10 minutes
Calories
430
This Coastal Breeze Pan Fried Catfish recipe is a quick and flavorful easy seafood dinner that delivers perfectly crispy catfish fillets every time. Seasoned with Wurzpott Coastal Breeze, a bright, citrusy blend of sea salt, herbs, and spices, each bite captures the freshness of the coast in a simple yet gourmet way. Pan fried to golden perfection in just minutes, this dish is ideal for anyone craving a light, coastal inspired meal that tastes as good as it looks.
Ingredients
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2 catfish fillets
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½ cup vegetable oil
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¼ cup cornmeal
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¼ cup all-purpose flour
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1½–2 tsp Coastal Breeze seasoning
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Lemon wedges, for serving
Directions
Pat catfish fillets dry thoroughly with paper towels.
In a shallow bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, and Coastal Breeze seasoning.
Dredge catfish fillets evenly in the cornmeal mixture, pressing lightly so the coating adheres.
Let coated fillets rest for 5 minutes before frying.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Carefully place catfish into the skillet.
Cook for 3–4 minutes per side until deeply golden, crisp, and cooked through.
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate briefly to remove excess oil.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Recipe Note
Patting the fish dry helps the coating adhere and improves crispness.
Letting the coated fish rest briefly before frying helps prevent the crust from falling off.
Do not overcrowd the skillet or the oil temperature may drop.
Start with 1½ teaspoons of Coastal Breeze for balanced flavor and increase slightly for bolder seasoning.
Serve immediately for the crispiest texture.
Nutrition
Nutrition
- Nutrition Serving Size
- 1 fillet
- per serving
- Calories
- 430
- Fat
- 26 grams
- Saturated Fat
- 4 grams
- Trans Fat
- grams
- Cholesterol
- 75 milligrams
- Sodium
- 775 milligrams
- Carbs
- 18 grams
- Fiber
- 1 grams
- Sugar
- 1 grams
- Protein
- 28 grams