Catfish Gumbo

Makes 4-6 servings

cuisine: Cajun/Creole

meal type: Stew

technique: Simmered



1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped green pepper 1 cup chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, chopped 4 cups beef broth One 16oz can tomatoes One 10oz package frozen sliced okra 1/2 teaspoon thyme 1 bay leaf 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon salt 4 catfish fillets cut into 1 inch cubes cooked rice

Heat oil in large stockpot. Sauté celery, green pepper, onion, and garlic. Add beef broth, tomatoes, okra, thyme, bay leaf, cayenne pepper, oregano, and salt. Cover and simmer 30 minutes. Add catfish and continue simmering 15 minutes or until catfish flakes easily. Remove bay leaf. Serve over cooked rice, if desired.