Siluro A La Gallega (galician Style Catfish)

Siluro a la Gallega, or Galician Style Catfish, is a traditional dish from the Galicia region of Spain. This recipe features tender catfish fillets seasoned with paprika, garlic, and olive oil, then pan-fried to perfection. It's a simple and flavorful dish that showcases the fresh flavors of Galician cuisine.

Siluro A La Gallega (galician Style Catfish)

Ingredients

  • 4 catfish fillets
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the catfish fillets with paprika, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the seasoned catfish fillets to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Remove the catfish from the skillet and place on a serving platter.
  5. Drizzle with additional olive oil and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
15g
Carbohydrates
3g

Supplies

Large skillet Serving platter

Tools

Spatula Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the Siluro a la Gallega with a side of crusty bread and a simple green salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For the best flavor, use high-quality Spanish paprika and extra virgin olive oil.

Cost

$15