Recipes Creole Catfish Stew 5.0 (1,424) 1 Review Chock-full of lima beans, corn, and chunks of catfish, this Creole-seasoned stew is a Southern delight. The heat level is moderate, but you can increase the spiciness by adding more Tabasco sauce or a bit of cayenne pepper.Plus: More Soup Recipes and Tips By Food & Wine Editors Updated on March 8, 2017 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: © Melanie Acevedo Yield: 4 Ingredients 2 tablespoons cooking oil 1 onion, chopped 2 ribs celery, cut into 1/2-inch slices 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce 1/2 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup dry white wine 1 3/4 cups canned crushed tomatoes in thick puree 3 cups canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 2 cups frozen baby lima beans (one 10-ounce package) 2 cups fresh (cut from about 3 ears) or frozen corn kernels 2 pounds catfish fillets, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Directions In a large pot, heat the oil over moderate heat. Add the onion, celery, and bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the thyme, oregano, mustard, Tabasco sauce, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt. Add the wine and cook until almost evaporated, about 4 minutes. Add the tomatoes and broth to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, partially covered, for 10 minutes. Add the lima beans and simmer for 3 minutes. Stir in the corn and simmer 4 minutes more. Add the catfish and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, bring back to a simmer, and cook until just done, about 2 minutes. Serve topped with the parsley. Notes Fish Alternatives Catfish has a firm texture all its own, but you can easily substitute moderately firm, white-fleshed fillets such as rockfish, grouper, pollack, and striped bass. Suggested Pairing A light white wine, such as a Pinot Gris from Oregon or a Seyval Blanc from the eastern United States, will provide a refreshing counterpoint to the full flavor of the stew. Rate it Print