ZEKE BABIN'S BLACK POT COURTBOUILLON
Chef John Folse made this on the local news channel here in Baton Rouge, LA and he said that he got the recipe from Zeke Babin of St. Amant who got it from Ms. Sims Leader of White Hall. He described it as a unique version of fish courtbouillon. We really love this dish and so has everyone that's tried it in my extended family.
Provided by chrissuire
Categories Stew
Time 2h25m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a heavy bottomed 12" sauté pan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onions, celery, bell pepper and garlic. Sauté 3 to 5 minutes or until vegetables are wilted. Add rotel and cook an additional 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a 6-quart black iron pot, place 1/3 of sautéed vegetables. Top with four fillets of catfish and eight shrimp. Sprinkle with one third of the salt, pepper, granulated garlic, paprika and flour or roux. Add one third of green onions and parsley. Continue layering and seasoning until all are used up. The top layer of catfish should have a good covering of green onions and parsley.
- Carefully pour in 1/2 cup hot water to add moisture to bottom.
- Place pot on low heat and cover tightly. Cook for one hour. Do not uncover during this process. The steaming inside the pot allows the natural juices from the fish to incorporate into the seasonings.
- After one hour, remove lid and using a rubber spatula, gently separate ingredients from sides of pot, DO NOT STIR! This ensures even liquid distribution in pot. Re-cover and cook one additional hour. The courtbouillon should have a slightly rusty color due to the paprika and the consistency of the liquid should be stew-like. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve over rice or pasta.
- Note: The oil-less brown roux is available at your local grocery or may substitute all purpose flour.
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Prince ahsan
[email protected]This recipe is a little pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion.
roz norton
[email protected]I'm not sure I'll make this again, but I'm glad I tried it.
Peace Samantha
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion.
Smangele Dube
[email protected]I wasn't sure about the combination of ingredients, but I was pleasantly surprised.
MD Habibur
[email protected]This recipe was a little too time-consuming for me, but it was worth it in the end.
Devin Henning
[email protected]I had some trouble finding all of the ingredients, but it was worth the effort.
Sarel Smit
[email protected]The broth was a little too spicy for my taste, but I'm sure I can adjust the recipe next time.
Quarnisha Cole
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper. I'll be making it again and again.
Sean Mattox
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's now my go-to for courtbouillon.
Carlos Castillo
[email protected]This is a must-try recipe for any seafood lover.
Brenda Downs
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've used different types of fish and shrimp and it's always turned out great.
Adama Beyai
[email protected]This is a great recipe for entertaining. It's easy to make ahead of time and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Sarah Potentier
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Nanguloshi Nangy
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of fish, but I really enjoyed this dish. The broth was so flavorful that it masked the fishy taste.
Cynthia Chinda
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have them on hand.
Sadia Saeed
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The fish and shrimp cook in the broth in just a few minutes.
Omid Ail
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.
angel skasick
[email protected]This is the best courtbouillon I've ever had. The flavors are incredible.
Hassan Mqlik
[email protected]I made this for my family last night and they loved it! The fish was so tender and the broth was so flavorful.
Wyn Williams
[email protected]This courtbouillon was absolutely delicious! The broth was rich and flavorful, and the fish and shrimp were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.