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
prince_ahsan@yahoo.comThis recipe is a little pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion.
roz norton
n-r76@hotmail.comI'm not sure I'll make this again, but I'm glad I tried it.
Peace Samantha
samantha.peace0@gmail.comThis is a great recipe for a special occasion.
Smangele Dube
dube-s@yahoo.comI wasn't sure about the combination of ingredients, but I was pleasantly surprised.
MD Habibur
m90@yahoo.comThis recipe was a little too time-consuming for me, but it was worth it in the end.
Devin Henning
d-h@yahoo.comI had some trouble finding all of the ingredients, but it was worth the effort.
Sarel Smit
sarel.smit2@gmail.comThe broth was a little too spicy for my taste, but I'm sure I can adjust the recipe next time.
Quarnisha Cole
quarnisha.cole89@hotmail.comThis recipe is a keeper. I'll be making it again and again.
Sean Mattox
mattox_sean99@hotmail.frI'm so glad I found this recipe. It's now my go-to for courtbouillon.
Carlos Castillo
carlosc39@yahoo.comThis is a must-try recipe for any seafood lover.
Brenda Downs
b_d39@gmail.comI 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
adama_b@yahoo.comThis is a great recipe for entertaining. It's easy to make ahead of time and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Sarah Potentier
potentiersarah@gmail.comI've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Nanguloshi Nangy
n_n@gmail.comI'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
chinda.c56@yahoo.comI love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have them on hand.
Sadia Saeed
sadia_s@gmail.comThis 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
omid_ail31@gmail.comI followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.
angel skasick
askasick@yahoo.comThis is the best courtbouillon I've ever had. The flavors are incredible.
Hassan Mqlik
hassan_mqlik29@yahoo.comI made this for my family last night and they loved it! The fish was so tender and the broth was so flavorful.
Wyn Williams
w-wyn@aol.comThis 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.