Ingredients

  • 1 lb. catfish fillets, cubed
  • 1/2 c. chopped celery
  • 1/2 c. chopped green pepper
  • 1/2 c. chopped onion
  • 2 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 2 c. chicken broth
  • 1 (14 1/2 oz.) can whole tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen sliced okra
  • 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
  • 1 tsp. gumbo file
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 c. hot rice

Method

  • Cook celery, green pepper, onion and garlic in vegetable oil in Dutch oven until tender.
  • Add broth, tomatoes, okra, crushed red pepper, gumbo file, salt and pepper.
  • Cover and simmer 20 minutes. Place fish on vegetables.
  • Cover and simmer 15 minutes longer or until fish flakes easily when tested.
  • Serve with hot cooked rice. Makes 6 servings.