Catfish Stuffed with a Garlic Butter Topping, Served with Grilled Asparagus Spears and Sweet Potatoes

Indulge in stuffed catfish brimming with savory filling, drizzled in rich garlic butter, and paired with perfectly grilled asparagus and crispy sweet potatoesan irresistible dish that's easy to master at home!

Recipe provided by Team A: Bartenders

• Difficulty: Easy
• Servings: 4
• Nutritional Facts Per Serving: Calories 644, Total Fat 41g, Saturated Fat 11g, Carbohydrates 36g, Dietary Fiber 6g, Sugars 7g, Protein 31g, Cholesterol 120mg, Sodium 1102mg
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 red onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• Olive oil for sauting
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 4 catfish fillets
• Garlic Butter Sauce (see recipe below)
• Grilled Asparagus Spears (see recipe below)
• Sweet Potatoes (see recipe below)

Garlic Butter Sauce:

• 4 tablespoons butter
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 6 ounces dark wheat beer
• 1 cup chicken stock
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Grilled Asparagus Spears:

• 10 to 12 asparagus spears, trimmed
• Vegetable oil for sauting
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Sweet Potatoes:

• 2 sweet potatoes, cleaned thoroughly
• Vegetable oil for grilling
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. In a medium pan, saut the diced onion and minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat until fragrant. Remove from heat and cool slightly. In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs and capers, then stir in the sauted onion and garlic for a flavorful stuffing. Gently flatten catfish fillets between plastic wrap with a mallet. Spread stuffing generously on each, roll up, and secure with toothpicks. Heat 1/4 inch olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook rolls until golden on all sides, turning with tongs for even crispiness.

Garlic Butter Sauce Preparation:

1. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan. Cover and simmer over medium heat until reduced by half. Drizzle over stuffed catfish for a zesty finish that elevates every bite.

Grilled Asparagus Spears Preparation:

1. Toss spears with oil, salt, and pepper. Saut in a hot skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until tender and charredpure perfection!

Sweet Potatoes Preparation:

1. Slice lengthwise. Grill in an oiled pan over medium heat until crispy on both sides and heated through. Season to taste for a sweet, smoky side that steals the show.

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