Captain Kofi's Candlelight Catfish Recipe

Name: Captain Kofi's Candlelight Catfish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning (recommended: Old Bay); 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon hot curry powder; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon toasted fennel seeds; 1 whole catfish (1 to 2 pounds) or 4 catfish steaks (about 1 1/2-inches thick); 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/2 cup soy sauce; Combine all ingredients in a bowl and set aside.

Servings: persons

1/2 cup Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning (recommended: Old Bay)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon hot curry powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon toasted fennel seeds
1 whole catfish (1 to 2 pounds) or 4 catfish steaks (about 1 1/2-inches thick)
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup soy sauce
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and set aside.

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Clean the fish, leaving bone in.
2
Drizzle the fish with lemon juice and olive oil.
3
Scatter the rub over the fish and sprinkle with soy sauce.
4
Let marinate, covered, overnight in the refrigerator.
5
Preheat the grill to medium.
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Arrange the fish on the grill and cover with foil.
7
Grill for 15 minutes.
8
Using a broad spatula, carefully turn the fish over and continue to grill, covered, for 20 to 30 minutes.
9
Transfer the fish to a serving platter and serve.
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360

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning (recommended: Old Bay), 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon hot curry powder, and more.

Yes, Captain Kofi's Candlelight Catfish 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!

Captain Kofi's Candlelight Catfish

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