Catfish In Sauerkraut Recipe

Name: Catfish In Sauerkraut
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boned catfish fillets; 5 cups sauerkraut; 4 slices smoked bacon, cut into squares; 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons lard; 2 cups green peppers, sliced into rings; 1 small tomatoes, peeled and chopped; 1 tablespoon paprika; pepper; 1 tablespoon lard; 6 tablespoons flour; 1/2 bunch fresh dill, chopped; 1 1/4 cups sour cream; Garnish; 3 tablespoons sour cream; paprika; 2 teaspoons lard, heated

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs boned catfish fillets
5 cups sauerkraut
4 slices smoked bacon, cut into squares
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons lard
2 cups green peppers, sliced into rings
1 small tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon paprika
pepper
1 tablespoon lard
6 tablespoons flour
1/2 bunch fresh dill, chopped
1 1/4 cups sour cream
Garnish
3 tablespoons sour cream
paprika
2 teaspoons lard, heated

1
Rinse and drain the sauerkraut to remove some of the bitterness.
2
Heat a large skillet and fry bacon bits until translucent, add in the onion, 2 tbsp lard, green pepper, tomato, and 1 tbsp paprika. Stir this mixture well and add the sauerkraut and black pepper. Simmer for one hour.
3
In a separate pan, prepare a light roux with 1 tablespoon lard, flour and dill.
4
After the hour of braising, add the roux to the sauerkraut mixture.
5
Place sliced fish on top of the sauerkraut. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
6
Remove fillets from pan. Stir in the sour cream and heat.
7
To serve, place a portion of the creamed sauerkraut mixture on the plate topped with a fish fillet. Garnish with a bit of sour cream, a drizzle of lard and a dash of paprika.

473

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs boned catfish fillets, 5 cups sauerkraut, 4 slices smoked bacon, cut into squares, 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Catfish In Sauerkraut 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!

Catfish In Sauerkraut

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