Pepper Seared Catfish With Mushrooms, Pine Nuts, An

Name: Pepper Seared Catfish With Mushrooms, Pine Nuts, And Pancetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 catfish fillets; 1 1/2 teaspoons cracked black pepper; 1/4 ounce pancetta, diced and blanched (or regular bacon); 1/4 cup shiitake mushroom; 1/4 cup oyster mushroom; 1/4 cup chanterelle mushroom; 1/4 ounce pine nuts, toasted; 2 teaspoons shallots; 1 teaspoon roasted garlic, pureed; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon fresh parsley; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme; 1 teaspoon fresh basil; 1 teaspoon fresh chives; olive oil (for searing); salt; fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 catfish fillets
1 1/2 teaspoons cracked black pepper
1/4 ounce pancetta, diced and blanched (or regular bacon)
1/4 cup shiitake mushroom
1/4 cup oyster mushroom
1/4 cup chanterelle mushroom
1/4 ounce pine nuts, toasted
2 teaspoons shallots
1 teaspoon roasted garlic, pureed
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon fresh parsley
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1 teaspoon fresh basil
1 teaspoon fresh chives
olive oil (for searing)
salt
fresh ground black pepper

1
Preheat oven to 325u00b0F.
2
Cut each catfish fillet into 2 portions.
3
Season with salt and cracked black pepper.
4
In a medium saute pan heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
5
When the oil is hot, place the catfish pepper side down.
6
Sear each side for 1- 2 minutes.
7
Remove and place on a metal oven-proof dish and place in the oven for 3- 4 minutes or until no pink shows.
8
In the reserved pan, saute the mushrooms for about 2- 3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
9
Add the shallots and garlic and saute for 15- 25 seconds.
10
Add the pine nuts, pancetta, lemon juice, fresh herbs, salt and pepper.
11
Adjust seasonings to taste.
12
Place the mushroom ragout (mixture) on a warm plate.
13
Top with the catfish.
14
Serve with grilled asparagus and sweet potato.

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 2 catfish fillets, 1 1/2 teaspoons cracked black pepper, 1/4 ounce pancetta, diced and blanched (or regular bacon), 1/4 cup shiitake mushroom, and more.

Yes, Pepper Seared Catfish With Mushrooms, Pine Nuts, And Pancetta 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.

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Pepper Seared Catfish With Mushrooms, Pine Nuts, And Pancetta

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