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Stuffed Catfish with Cheese, Spinach, and Shrimp Recipe

Stuffed Catfish with Cheese, Spinach, and Shrimp Recipe
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Indulge in a delicious seafood dish with this recipe for Stuffed Catfish with Cheese, Spinach, and Shrimp. Tender catfish fillets are filled with a savory mixture of shrimp, spinach, and cheeses, then baked to perfection. This Southern-inspired dish is easy to make and bursting with flavor.

Ingredients

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Catfish Fillets:

  • 4 catfish fillets

Shrimp Filling:

  • 1/2 pound raw shrimp (peeled, deveined, and chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (for garnish)
  • Nonstick cooking spray or butter for greasing

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Cook the filling: Saute garlic in olive oil, add shrimp, spinach, and cook until pink and wilted. Let cool.
  3. Prepare the stuffing: Mix shrimp-spinach mixture with cheeses, spices, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until creamy.
  4. Fill and bake: Place filling on catfish fillets, roll/fold, secure, and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Garnish and serve: Garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

  • You can use other white fish like tilapia or sole as substitutes.
  • For extra richness, consider drizzling with melted butter or serving with a lemon cream sauce.

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