How to Make Catfish Creole - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to Southern cuisine, few dishes are as iconic and beloved as Catfish Creole. This flavorful and hearty dish combines the bold flavors of the Creole region with the down-home comfort of fried catfish. Whether you're a fan of seafood or simply looking for a new recipe to try, Catfish Creole is sure to become a favorite in your repertoire.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
  • 1 pound catfish fillets
  • 1 (16 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, with liquid
  • 2 teaspoons dried minced onion
  • 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • In a small saucepan, bring the 2 cups of water to a boil. Stir in the rice and return to a boil; reduce the heat. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
  • Using a very sharp knife, cut the catfish into 3/4 inch pieces; set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the tomatoes (with juices), dried onions, bouillon granules, dried oregano, garlic powder and hot-pepper sauce; bring to a boil and stir in the catfish pieces.
  • Cover and cook over medium heat for 5 to 8 minutes or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork and is opaque all the way through.
  • Serve the fish mixture over the rice.
  • Nutrition

    367 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 53mg
    • Sodium: 406mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 68mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 636mg