Spicy Catfish with Pineapple Salsa
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and flavorful Spicy Catfish with Pineapple Salsa recipe! Succulent catfish fillets are coated in a bold spice rub featuring paprika, cayenne, and garlic powder, then seared to golden perfection for a crispy exterior and tender bite. The real star of the dish, however, is the refreshing pineapple salsa—an irresistible blend of sweet pineapple, zesty lime juice, spicy jalapeño, and fresh cilantro. This 30-minute dish is a perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and tang, making it a standout choice for seafood lovers. Serve it with a side of rice or a crisp green salad for a wholesome, colorful meal that bursts with tropical flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces catfish fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups fresh pineapple
- 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
- 1 small, minced jalapeño
- 0.5 medium, diced red onion
- 0.25 cup, chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
Prepare the pineapple salsa: In a medium bowl, combine the pineapple, red bell pepper, jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro.
Add lime juice, honey, and a pinch of salt to the bowl, then toss to combine. Adjust seasoning if needed. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
In a small bowl, mix together paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a spice rub.
Pat the catfish fillets dry with paper towels, then rub both sides of each fillet with the spice mixture.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the catfish fillets to the skillet.
Cook the fillets for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and golden brown.
Remove the fillets from the skillet and let them rest for a minute or two.
Serve each catfish fillet with a generous scoop of pineapple salsa on top. Enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
237 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.5 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 539 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 20.3 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 585 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
