Butterfish Chili Recipe

Name: Butterfish Chili Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lrg Turkish bay leaves; 1/4 tsp Grnd cumin; 1/4 tsp Dry basil, crumbled; 1/4 tsp Dry marjoram, crumbled; 1/4 tsp Dry red pepper flakes; 1 lrg Onion, coarsely minced; 1/3 c. Tomato paste; 1 3/4 lb Tomatoes, peeled, diced; 2 lb Butterfish cut, 1/4 inch dice; 1/4 c. Chili pwdr; 1 Tbsp. Cajun Seafood Magic; 1 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Dry thyme, crumbled; 1/4 tsp Dry oregano, crumbled; 1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper; 2 Tbsp. Vegetable oil; 2 x Green bell peppers, sliced; 2 1/2 c. Rich fish stock; 2 c. Cooked red kidney beans

Servings: persons

3 lrg Turkish bay leaves
1/4 tsp Grnd cumin
1/4 tsp Dry basil, crumbled
1/4 tsp Dry marjoram, crumbled
1/4 tsp Dry red pepper flakes
1 lrg Onion, coarsely minced
1/3 c. Tomato paste
1 3/4 lb Tomatoes, peeled, diced
2 lb Butterfish cut, 1/4 inch dice
1/4 c. Chili pwdr
1 Tbsp. Cajun Seafood Magic
1 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Dry thyme, crumbled
1/4 tsp Dry oregano, crumbled
1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper
2 Tbsp. Vegetable oil
2 x Green bell peppers, sliced
2 1/2 c. Rich fish stock
2 c. Cooked red kidney beans

1
Combine the first nine ingredients in a small bowl.
2
heat oil in a heavy large saucepan over medium heat.
3
Add in onion and cook till translucent/soft, stirring, for about 8 min.
4
Fold in the bell peppers and continue to cook for another 3 min.
5
Add in herb and spice mix and stir for 5 min more.
6
Add in tomato paste and cook for another 2 min.
7
Keep stirring!
8
Add in fish stock and tomatoes, increase heat to boiling.
9
Add in beans and return to boil.
10
Reduce heat and simmer till beans are heated through.
11
Add in fish and sprinkle with chili pwdr, cook and stir for about 2 min, till fish is almost opaque.
12
Add in Seafood Magic, stir, remove from heat, adjust seasoning and serve.

1921

kcal

Calories

192

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lrg Turkish bay leaves, 1/4 tsp Grnd cumin, 1/4 tsp Dry basil, crumbled, 1/4 tsp Dry marjoram, crumbled, and more.

Yes, Butterfish Chili Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!