Stuffed Catfish

 

Stuffed Catfish with Chees

Ingredients:

4 catfish fillets

1/2 lb shrimp (peeled, deveined, and chopped)

1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 cloves garlic (minced)

2 tbsp cream cheese (softened)

1 tbsp butter

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp olive oil

1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for a crispy top)

Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.

2. Prepare the filling: In a skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shrimp and cook for about 2 minutes until pink. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat.

3. Mix the cheese filling: In a bowl, combine mozzarella, Parmesan, and cream cheese with the cooked shrimp and spinach mixture. Stir in Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.

4. Stuff the catfish: Lay the catfish fillets flat and carefully cut a pocket in the center of each fillet (or place the filling on top and fold over if they’re thin). Stuff the fillets with the cheese and shrimp mixture.

5. Bake: Place the stuffed fillets in the greased baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle breadcrumbs on top (if using). Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is flaky and cooked through.

6. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with rice, mashed potatoes, or a side of roasted vegetables.

Enjoy your creamy, cheesy, and flavorful Stuffed Catfish with Cheese, Spinach, and Shrimp!