Spicy Catfish With Vegetables And Basil Cream

Name: Spicy Catfish With Vegetables And Basil Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter, divided; 1 (16-ounce) package frozen whole kernel corn, thawed; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 medium-size green bell pepper, chopped; 1 medium-size red bell pepper, chopped; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 3/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup yellow cornmeal; 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning; 4 (6- to 8-ounce) catfish fillets; 1/3 cup buttermilk; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1/2 cup whipping cream; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; Garnish: fresh basil sprigs

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons butter, divided
1 (16-ounce) package frozen whole kernel corn, thawed
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium-size green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium-size red bell pepper, chopped
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup yellow cornmeal
1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
4 (6- to 8-ounce) catfish fillets
1/3 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
Garnish: fresh basil sprigs

1
Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add corn, onion, and peppers; saute 6 to 8 minutes or until tender. Stir in salt and pepper; spoon onto serving dish, and keep warm.
2
Combine flour, cornmeal, and Creole seasoning in a large shallow dish. Dip fillets in buttermilk, and dredge in flour mixture.
3
Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter with oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Cook fillets, in batches, 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until golden. Remove and arrange over vegetables.
4
Add cream to skillet, stirring to loosen particles from bottom of skillet. Add chopped basil, and cook, stirring often, 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve sauce with fillets and vegetables. Garnish, if desired.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons butter, divided, 1 (16-ounce) package frozen whole kernel corn, thawed, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 medium-size green bell pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Spicy Catfish With Vegetables And Basil Cream 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!