Blackened Catfish and Spicy Rice

Ingredients and Weight:

• Catfish fillets: 1.5 pounds
• Spices for blackening: 1 tablespoon
• Cajun seasoning: 1/2 tablespoon
• Olive oil: 1/4 cup
• Long grain rice: 2 cups
• Chicken broth: 4 cups
• Onion, chopped: 1/2 cup
• Green bell pepper, chopped: 1/2 cup
• Red bell pepper, chopped: 1/2 cup
• Garlic, minced: 2 cloves
• Cajun seasoning: 1 tablespoon
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

For the Blackened Catfish:

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. Season the catfish fillets with the spices for blackening and Cajun seasoning.
3. Brush the grill or grill pan with olive oil.
4. Grill the catfish fillets for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred.

For the Spicy Rice:

1. In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and garlic and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.
3. Stir in the rice, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 450 per serving (1/8 of recipe)
• Protein: 30 grams
• Carbohydrates: 45 grams
• Fat: 15 grams
• Dietary fiber: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• The blackened catfish has a crispy, charred exterior and a tender interior.
• The spicy rice is flavorful and has a slight kick.
• The dish is visually appealing with the blackened catfish on top of the colorful rice.

User Comments:

• "This dish was absolutely delicious! The catfish was perfectly cooked and the rice was flavorful and spicy."
• "I loved the combination of the blackened catfish and the spicy rice. It was a great meal for a special occasion."
• "This is my new favorite dish! I will definitely be making it again."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the grill or grill pan is hot before adding the catfish fillets to prevent them from sticking.
• Do not overcook the catfish fillets, or they will become dry.
• Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning in the rice to your desired level of spiciness.