Catfish with Chunky Creole Sauce Recipe

Name: Catfish with Chunky Creole Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon light tub margarine; 1 large tomato (about 8 ounces), chopped; 1 cup chopped green bell pepper; 3/4 cup thinly sliced celery (about 1 1/2 medium ribs); 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1 teaspoon bottled minced garlic or 2 medium garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled, or 2 tablespoons finely snipped fresh parsley; 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (lowest sodium available); 1/4 teaspoon sugar; 4 catfish or other mild fillets (about 4 ounces each), rinsed and patted dry; 1/8 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon light tub margarine
1 large tomato (about 8 ounces), chopped
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
3/4 cup thinly sliced celery (about 1 1/2 medium ribs)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon bottled minced garlic or 2 medium garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled, or 2 tablespoons finely snipped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (lowest sodium available)
1/4 teaspoon sugar
4 catfish or other mild fillets (about 4 ounces each), rinsed and patted dry
1/8 teaspoon salt

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In a large nonstick skillet, melt the margarine over medium-high heat, swirling to coat the bottom.
2
When the margarine is bubbly, stir in the remaining sauce ingredients.
3
Bring to a boil.
4
Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 22 minutes, or until the celery is tender.
5
Pour into a medium bowl.
6
Place the fish in the skillet, trying not to overlap the fillets.
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Pour the sauce over the fish.
8
Cook, uncovered, for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
9
Sprinkle with the salt.
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(Per Serving)
11
Calories: 144
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Total Fat: 4.5g
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Saturated: 1.0g
14
Trans: 0.0g
15
Polyunsaturated: 1.5g
16
Monounsaturated: 1.5g
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Cholesterol: 66mg
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Sodium: 172mg
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Carbohydrates: 5g
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Fiber: 1g
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Sugars: 4g
22
Protein: 19g
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Dietary Exchanges
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1 Vegetable
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3 Lean Meat

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon light tub margarine, 1 large tomato (about 8 ounces), chopped, 1 cup chopped green bell pepper, 3/4 cup thinly sliced celery (about 1 1/2 medium ribs), and more.

Yes, Catfish with Chunky Creole Sauce 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 with Chunky Creole Sauce

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