Best 2 Crab Stuffed Catfish Recipes

**Dive into a Culinary Symphony: Crab-Stuffed Catfish, a Fusion of Delicacies**

Prepare to embark on a tasteful voyage with crab-stuffed catfish, a dish that harmoniously blends the delicate flavors of succulent catfish and savory crab, enveloped in a crispy crust. This culinary masterpiece is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, sure to impress your dinner guests or family. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of cooking methods to suit your preferences and expertise in the kitchen, whether you prefer the classic baked version, the air fryer's crispy rendition, or the ease of a skillet. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring success in creating this delectable dish. Get ready to elevate your culinary skills and indulge in the symphony of flavors that crab-stuffed catfish offers.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CRAB-STUFFED CATFISH

Crab-Stuffed Catfish image

"My family was not big on fish...until I made this dish," Joy McConaghy from Moline, Illinois notes. She stuffs catfish fillets with a delicious mixture of crabmeat, cheese, seasoned bread crumbs and mayonnaise.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed or 1 cup imitation crabmeat, flaked
3 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1-1/2 teaspoons mayonnaise
1/8 teaspoon salt, optional
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash cayenne pepper
2 catfish or whitefish fillets (6 ounces each)
1/8 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Cut each fillet in half widthwise; place two halves in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Press crab mixture onto fillets; top with remaining halves. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 22-26 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437 calories, Fat 23g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 182mg cholesterol, Sodium 611mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 48g protein.

CRAB STUFFED CATFISH RECIPE - (4.3/5)

Crab Stuffed Catfish Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by carvalhohm

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

6 (6 ounce) U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish fillets
2 (6 ounce) cans lump crabmeat, drained and flaked
1 cup Italian-flavored bread crumbs
1 rib celery, finely chopped
2 eggs
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter, melted and divided
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
3/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. In a medium bowl, combine the crabmeat, bread crumbs, celery, eggs, mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; mix well. Place the catfish fillets on a work surface and season with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Spread the crabmeat stuffing equally down the center of each fillet, roll up, and place seam side down in the baking dish. Brush with remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter and sprinkle with paprika. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Serve immediately.

Tips:

Choose the right catfish. For this recipe, it's best to use a boneless, skinless catfish fillet. You can find these at most grocery stores.
Don't overcook the catfish. Catfish is a delicate fish, so it's important to cook it carefully. Overcooking will make it tough and dry.
Make sure the crab stuffing is cooked through. The crab stuffing should be cooked until it is heated through and the crab meat is opaque.
Serve the catfish immediately. Catfish is best served hot, so make sure to serve it as soon as it is cooked.

Conclusion:

Crab stuffed catfish is a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish. It's perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. With its flavorful crab stuffing and flaky catfish, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.