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In a large pot, bring 5 1/4 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.
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Add the rice, turn the heat down to low and simmer until rice has absorbed all the water and is light and fluffy, about 15 to 20 minutes.
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Reserve 3 cups of cooked rice for round 2 recipe: Cajun Dirty Rice.
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Transfer the rice to a serving bowl and set aside.
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons of canola oil.
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Add the celery, green pepper, onion, garlic, and season with salt, pepper and cayenne pepper.
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Saute until slightly tender about 5 minutes.
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Add the fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley and cook for another minute.
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Reserve 1 cup of the sauteed vegetables for round 2 recipe: Cajun Dirty Rice.
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Transfer the vegetables to a serving bowl and set aside.
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While the vegetables are sauteing, heat a cast iron skillet or griddle over high heat.
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Brush the catfish with the remaining canola oil and then sprinkle both sides with Cajun seasoning.
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Place the catfish onto into the hot pan and cook, about 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
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Reserve 1 catfish fillet for round 2 recipe: Cajun Dirty Rice.
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Arrange the catfish on a serving platter and serve with rice and sauteed vegetables.
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Use the leftovers from this recipe to make Cajun Dirty Rice.
