Best 4 Catfish Jambalaya Recipes

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Catfish jambalaya is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the best of Louisiana's culinary traditions. It is a one-pot meal that is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Catfish jambalaya is typically made with catfish, shrimp, and chicken, but you can also use other types of protein, such as sausage or tofu. It is simmered in a flavorful sauce made with tomatoes, onions, celery, bell peppers, and spices. The result is a dish that is packed with flavor and sure to please everyone at your table.

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CAJUN JAMBALAYA WITH CATFISH, SCALLOPS AND SHRIMP



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A smokey, spicy, seafood Jambalaya. I made with brown rice because that is what we enjoy, please do use your favorite rice but adjust liquid and cooking times accordingly. Do check out Recipe #477279, it is what gives the smokiness.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Gumbo

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

14 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 sea scallops, quartered
1 lb catfish fillets, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces or 1 lb cod, cut into 1 inch pieces
2 tablespoons creole seasoning (Smokey Creole Seasoning)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup diced onion
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup diced poblano chile
1/2 cup diced celery
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 cup fresh tomato sauce
3 bay leaves
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon chipotle hot sauce
1 cup rice (Take note cooking time will be longer for brown rice) or 1 cup brown rice (Take note cooking time will be longer for brown rice)
3 -4 cups chicken stock
12 ounces andouille sausages, sliced

Steps:

  • In a bowl combine shrimp, scallops, catfish and Creole seasoning, and work in seasoning well.
  • In a large, heavy, pot heat oil over high heat.
  • Saute the onion, peppers and celery, 5 minutes. Add garlic, tomato sauce, bay leaves, Worcestershire and chipotle sauces.
  • Stir in rice and add broth.
  • Reduce heat to medium and cook until rice absorbs liquid and becomes tender, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes for white 30 minutes for brown rice.
  • Brown rice:.
  • Check after 20 minutes and add more broth if using brown rice if needed,.
  • When rice is just tender add shrimp, scallops, catfish mixture and sausage. Cook until seafood is done, about 10 minutes more.
  • Season to taste with salt, pepper and Creole seasoning BUT more then likely you won`t need to.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.1, Fat 26.5, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 82.5, Sodium 1266.7, Carbohydrate 39.3, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 5.8, Protein 31.2

NEW ORLEANS MULATE'S CATFISH JAMBALAYA



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Mulate's restaurant in New, Orleans takes a novel approach with jambalaya, utilizing catfish as the main ingredient. The recipe is quite easy. Try this out for your next Mardi Gras party, and you will surely get praise for being unique and creative. This recipe came from Sam's Club, October, 2008, courtesy of Mulate's Restaurant. You can also use the blackened salmon filets from Sam's Club in place of the catfish. Edited 6-5-09: The original recipe does call for 1/2 pound (2 sticks) of butter, but that is WAY too much IMO. I have cut the amount in half to 1/2 cup (1 stick).

Provided by TxGriffLover

Categories     Catfish

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces catfish fillets
4 yellow onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 bell pepper, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1/2 cup butter
1 (10 ounce) can Ro-Tel tomatoes
4 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Put all ingredients except catfish into a saucepan and cook until the mixture begins to turn light brown. Season with salt & pepper while cooking.
  • Add catfish and cook 15-20 minutes longer. Mix with cooked rice and freshly chopped green onion tops. Serve hot.

CATFISH JAMBALAYA



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"My family owns a catfish processing plant," reports Mrs. Bill Saul of Macon, Mississippi. "This colorful, zippy main dish is a great favorite of ours.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound catfish fillets, cubed
Hot cooked rice, optional
Sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute the onion, celery and green pepper in butter until tender, about 10 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the tomatoes, mushrooms, cayenne and salt; bring to a boil. Add catfish., Reduce heat; cover and simmer until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 10 minutes. Serve with hot rice and garnish with sliced green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 395mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

JAMBALAYA WITH CATFISH



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My family owns a catfish processing plant. This colorful, zippy main dish is a great favorite of ours.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt-free seasoning blend
1 pound catfish fillets, cubed
2 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium-high heat, saute onion, celery, green pepper and garlic in butter until tender, about 10 minutes. Add tomatoes, mushrooms, cayenne and salt if desired; bring to a boil. Add catfish. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 10 minutes. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose the right catfish. Fresh, firm catfish fillets with no off-odors are best. If you're using frozen catfish, thaw it thoroughly before cooking.
  • Season the catfish well. Catfish has a mild flavor, so it's important to season it well with salt, pepper, and other spices. You can also marinate the catfish in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs before cooking.
  • Cook the catfish gently. Catfish is a delicate fish, so it's important to cook it gently to prevent it from becoming dry or tough. The best way to cook catfish is to pan-fry it, bake it, or grill it.
  • Don't overcook the catfish. Catfish is a thin fish, so it doesn't take long to cook. Overcooked catfish will be dry and tough. The best way to tell if catfish is cooked through is to insert a fork into the thickest part of the fish. If the fish flakes easily, it's done.
  • Serve the catfish with your favorite sides. Catfish is a versatile fish that can be served with a variety of sides. Some popular sides for catfish include rice, beans, hushpuppies, and coleslaw.

Conclusion:

Catfish jambalaya is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of catfish, rice, vegetables, and spices creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that's sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give catfish jambalaya a try.

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