This stuffed catfish dish is a delightful combination of tender catfish fillets, succulent shrimp, creamy cheese, and fresh spinach. It’s a gourmet meal that’s surprisingly easy to prepare and perfect for any special occasion or a delightful weeknight dinner. Let’s dive into the details to create this mouthwatering dish!
Ingredients
For the Catfish and Stuffing:
Catfish fillets: 4 large
Shrimp: 1/2 pound (225g), peeled, deveined, and chopped
Fresh spinach: 2 cups, chopped
Cream cheese: 4 ounces (113g), softened
Shredded mozzarella cheese: 1 cup (100g)
Parmesan cheese: 1/4 cup (25g), grated
Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
Onion: 1 small, finely chopped
Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
Salt and black pepper: To taste
Paprika: 1 teaspoon
Lemon: 1, sliced (for garnish)
For the Sauce:
Butter: 4 tablespoons
Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
White wine: 1/4 cup (60ml) (optional)
Chicken broth: 1/2 cup (120ml)
Heavy cream: 1/2 cup (120ml)
Fresh parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)
Equipment
Large skillet: For cooking the stuffing.
Baking dish: For baking the catfish.
Mixing bowl: For combining the stuffing ingredients.
Measuring cups and spoons:
To measure ingredients accurately.
Spatula: For stirring the stuffing.
Knife and cutting board: For chopping ingredients.
