Best 4 Bayou Stuffed Catfish With Cajun Beurre Blanc Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Cajun country with our tantalizing Bayou Stuffed Catfish with Cajun Beurre Blanc. This classic Louisiana dish combines the succulent flavors of catfish, a blend of aromatic herbs and spices, and a rich, creamy sauce. The catfish is carefully stuffed with a flavorful mixture of shrimp, crab, and vegetables, then expertly pan-fried to golden perfection. The crowning glory of this dish is the Cajun beurre blanc, a luscious sauce made with butter, white wine, and a hint of cayenne pepper, adding a touch of heat and complexity. Accompanying this main course are two delectable recipes: Dirty Rice and Steamed Asparagus with Lemon Butter. The Dirty Rice, a staple of Cajun cuisine, is a savory blend of rice, ground beef, and the "holy trinity" of vegetables (onion, celery, and bell pepper), seasoned with a medley of spices. The Steamed Asparagus with Lemon Butter provides a refreshing contrast with its vibrant green spears, steamed to perfection and tossed in a zesty lemon butter sauce. Together, these recipes create a harmonious symphony of flavors that will transport you to the vibrant bayous of Louisiana.

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BAYOU STUFFED CATFISH WITH CAJUN BEURRE BLANC



Bayou Stuffed Catfish with Cajun Beurre Blanc image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/2 pound jumbo lump crabmeat
1 loaf 3 by 6 by 1-inch baked cornbread
1 cup cooked spinach,chopped
1/4 cup pine nuts,toasted
1 tablespoon creole mustard
Salt and pepper, to taste
6 (6-ounce) boneless catfish fillets, skinned
1 cup seasoned flour
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups fish fry mix
Cajun beurre blanc (recipe follows)
Lemon, for garnish
1 1/2 cups white wine
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 bay leaf
1 fresh lemon, halved
2 shallots, minced
1 pound butter, cut in 1-inch pieces
I cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon black peppercorns, cracked
1 tablespoon blackened seasoning, see previous recipe

Steps:

  • Mix together crabmeat, cornbread, spinach, pine nuts, mustard and salt and pepper. Lay fish skin side up and top with 2 1/2 ounces stuffing. Roll tightly and refrigerate until set. Dredge in seasoned flour, dip in buttermilk, and roll through fish fry mix. Deep fry at 350 degrees F until light brown. Remove to sheet pan and finish in a preheated 350 degree F oven until temperature of 150 degrees F. Top with 1 1/2 ounces cajun beurre blanc and garnish with lemon.
  • In heavy saucepan, add all ingredients except butter and cream. Reduce the liquid over low heat. Add heavy cream and reduce by half. Slowly add butter, whipping continuously-alternating pan on and off flame. Strain and add seasoning.

BEURRE BLANC



Beurre Blanc image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup/250 ml

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/3 cup/75 ml white wine vinegar
1/3 cup/75 ml dry white wine
1 shallot, minced
1 cup/225 g butter, cut into pieces
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Boil the vinegar, wine and shallots until reduced to 3 tablespoons. Remove from the heat and beat in the butter a piece at a time. Season with salt and pepper. Strain and serve.

BAYOU STUFFED CATFISH WITH CAJUN BEURRE BLANC RECIPE - (5/5)



Bayou Stuffed Catfish With Cajun Beurre Blanc Recipe - (5/5) image

Provided by á-170456

Number Of Ingredients 35

STUFFING:
6 boneless catfish fillets - (6 oz ea) skinned
Lemon for garnish
1/2 pound jumbo lump crabmeat
1 loaf baked cornbread - (3" by 6" by 1")
1 cup chopped cooked spinach
1/4 cup pine nuts toasted
1 tablespoon Creole mustard
Salt to taste
Freshly-ground black pepper to taste
BREADING FOR FISH:
1 cup seasoned flour
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups fish fry mix
CAJUN BEURRE BLANC:
1 1/2 cups white wine
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 bay leaf
1 fresh lemon halved
2 shallots minced
1 pound butter cut 1" pieces
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon black peppercorns cracked
1 tablespoon Blackened Seasoning (see below)
BLACKENED SEASONING:
1/3 cup paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon freshly-ground white pepper
1 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 cup salt

Steps:

  • Cajun Beurre Blanc: In heavy saucepan, add all ingredients except butter and cream. Reduce to liquid over low heat. Add heavy cream and reduce by half. Slowly add butter, whipping continuously-alternating pan on and off flame. Strain and add seasoning. Blackened Seasoning: Mix all ingredients well. (Makes 1 cup) Mix together crabmeat, cornbread, spinach, pine nuts, mustard and salt and pepper. Lay fish skin-side up and top with 2 1/2 ounces stuffing. Roll tightly and refrigerate until set. Dredge in seasoned flour, dip in buttermilk, and roll through fish fry mix. Deep fry at 350 degrees until light brown. Remove to sheet pan and finish in a preheated 350 degree oven until temperature of 150 degrees. Top with 1 1/2 ounces Cajun Beurre Blanc and garnish with lemon. This recipe yields 6 servings.

PORTUGUESE FISHERMAN'S STEW RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Portuguese Fisherman's Stew Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by Dr_Mom

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup dry white wine
1 generous pinch of saffron threads
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/4 cups coarsely chopped leeks
1 cup coarsely chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3 cups fish stock or bottled clam juice
1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
6 ounces linguiça sausage or hot links, cut diagonally into 1/4-inch-thick slices
20 mussels, scrubbed, debearded
12 littleneck clams, scrubbed
4 5-ounce cod fillets
Yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Bring wine to simmer in small saucepan. Add saffron. Remove from heat. Cover; let stand 15 minutes. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add leeks and onion; sauté until tender, about 8 minutes. Add garlic; sauté 1 minute. Add stock, tomatoes with their juices, oregano and saffron mixture. Simmer 20 minutes. Add sausage, mussels and clams. Cover; boil until shellfish open, about 8 minutes (discard any that do not open). Meanwhile, dip 1 side of fish in cornmeal. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add fish, cornmeal side down, and cook until bottom is golden, about 4 minutes. Turn fish over. Ladle 1 cup of soup over. Cover and simmer until fish is just cooked through, about 4 minutes. Transfer fish, cornmeal side up, to 4 shallow bowls. Arrange clams, mussels and sausage around fish. Top with remaining soup. Sprinkle with parsley.

Tips:

  • For a flavorful stuffing, use a combination of fresh herbs, such as parsley, thyme, and oregano, along with chopped vegetables like onions, celery, and bell peppers.
  • To ensure the catfish fillets are evenly cooked, make sure they are of uniform thickness. If necessary, use a sharp knife to carefully slice the fillets to an even thickness.
  • For a crispy crust on the catfish, make sure to coat the fillets in seasoned flour before pan-frying them.
  • The Cajun beurre blanc sauce is a great way to add a rich and flavorful sauce to the dish. To make sure the sauce is smooth and creamy, whisk it constantly over low heat until it has thickened.
  • Serve the stuffed catfish immediately with the Cajun beurre blanc sauce and your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.

Conclusion:

Bayou stuffed catfish with Cajun beurre blanc is a delicious and flavorful dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. With its crispy crust, tender catfish, and flavorful stuffing, this dish is a perfect combination of flavors and textures. The Cajun beurre blanc sauce adds a rich and creamy finish to the dish, making it an unforgettable meal. So next time you're looking for a special dish to serve, give this recipe a try – you won't be disappointed!

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