Craving a light, flavorful, and incredibly fast fish dinner? Look no further! This Instant Pot Herbed Catfish is your answer to a busy weeknight. We’re talking tender, flaky catfish fillets infused with a beautiful blend of fresh herbs, garlic, and a savory broth, all coming together in just 20 minutes. The pressure cooker locks in all the moisture and flavor, guaranteeing perfectly cooked fish every single time. It’s a healthy, elegant meal that tastes like it took hours to prepare.
Ingredients
• 14 ounces / 400g Catfish Fillets, cut into 2-inch chunks
• 1 tbsp / 15 mL Olive Oil
• 1 tsp / 5g chopped Fresh Parsley
• ¼ cup / 15g Fresh Thyme
• 1 tsp / 1g Dried Dill
• ¼ cup / 60 mL Water
• ½ cup / 120 mL Fish Stock
• 2 tbsp / 30 mL Soy Sauce
• 2 tsp / 6g minced Garlic
• 1 tsp / 6g Salt
Instructions
1. Directions
2. Place the catfish chunks into the inner pot of your Instant Pot.
3. Add the olive oil, parsley, thyme, dill, water, fish stock, soy sauce, minced garlic, and salt. Gently stir everything together to coat the fish.
4. Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and set the steam release valve to the ‘Sealing’ position.
5. Select the ‘Pressure Cook’ or ‘Manual’ setting and cook on High Pressure for 5 minutes.
6. Once the cooking time is complete, carefully perform a quick pressure release by moving the steam valve to the ‘Venting’ position. Press ‘Cancel’ to turn off the keep-warm function.
7. Remove the lid. Select the ‘Sauté’ function and allow the sauce to simmer for 1-2 minutes to slightly thicken.
8. Carefully serve the herbed catfish with a generous spoonful of the sauce and enjoy immediately.
Nutritional Information
• Nutrition Per Serving
• Calories: 160
• Total Fats: 10g
• Net Carbs: 2.4g
• Protein: 18g
• Fiber: 0g
Pro Tips
• This catfish pairs beautifully with steamed rice, quinoa, or a side of roasted asparagus to soak up the delicious herby sauce.
• For a little kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the other before pressure cooking.
• Be gentle when stirring the in step 2 to prevent the delicate catfish fillets from breaking apart too much.
• If you don’t have fish stock, you can substitute it with vegetable or chicken stock for a slightly different but still delicious flavor profile.
FAQ
Q: How long does it take to cook catfish in the Instant Pot for this recipe
A: You only need to cook the catfish on High Pressure for 5 minutes, followed by a quick pressure release. The entire meal comes together in about 20 minutes.
Q: What can I use as a substitute for fish stock
A: If you don’t have fish stock, you can easily substitute it with either vegetable or chicken stock for a slightly different but still delicious flavor.
Q: Can I make this Instant Pot catfish spicy
A: Yes, for a little kick, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the other herbs and seasonings before you begin pressure cooking.
Q: What should I serve with this herbed catfish
A: This catfish pairs beautifully with sides that can soak up the sauce, such as steamed rice, quinoa, or roasted asparagus.
