Catfish Stew
A hearty Southern-style catfish stew simmered in a rich tomato sauce, served over crisp fried bread or polenta croutons with fresh radicchio for a touch of bitterness.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté chopped onion until soft, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
Add minced garlic and smoked paprika, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3
Pour in diced tomatoes with their juices, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 4
Cut catfish into 2-inch chunks and gently add to the sauce, simmer for 8-10 minutes until fish flakes.
Step 5
Serve stew over fried bread or polenta croutons, topped with shredded radicchio.
Step 6
Garnish with extra black pepper if desired and serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot
- wooden spoon
- knife
- cutting board
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