Best 3 Redfish Court Bouillon Recipes

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If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish, look no further than redfish court bouillon. This classic Cajun dish is made with redfish fillets simmered in a flavorful broth made with white wine, tomatoes, and vegetables. The result is a light and flavorful dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. In this article, we'll share two different recipes for redfish court bouillon: classic and spicy. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So whether you're a fan of traditional Cajun cuisine or you like things with a little more heat, we've got you covered. So put on your apron and let's get cooking!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

REDFISH COURT-BOUILLON



Redfish Court-bouillon image

An old recipe I got from my Grandmother for a classic New Orleans dish! Redfish, in a simple, delicious, almost creamy tomato style sauce! Simple and superb!!! For a thicker sauce, drain the stewed tomatoes, or cut back on the amount.

Provided by CARPEDM01

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup olive oil
½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup chopped onion
4 cloves garlic, chopped
½ cup chopped celery
3 (16 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
1 bay leaf
4 pounds red snapper fillets

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Mix together the olive oil and flour in a saucepan over medium heat to make a roux. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 15 minutes or until dark. This may take longer.
  • Add the onion, garlic, and celery to the roux, and cook until softened. Stir in stewed tomatoes, and season with salt, pepper, thyme, basil, oregano and bay leaf. Mix until well blended and heated through. Lay fish fillets in the bottom of a baking dish large enough to hold them in a single layer. Pour the sauce over the fish.
  • Bake uncovered for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until fish is easily pierced with a fork. While cooking, baste occasionally with the sauce. Remove bay leaf, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 55.5 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 32.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 368.1 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

REDFISH COURTBOUILLON (COURT BOUILLON)



Redfish Courtbouillon (Court Bouillon) image

Court Bouillon (pronounced KOO-be-yawn, almost dropping the n sound) in classical French cooking refers to a poaching liquid flavored with onions, celery, carrots, etc. The Courtbouillon of Cajun and Creole country is a rich tomato sauce "stew" revered here for many centuries. In Italian cooking it's similar to a chunky Marinara...

Provided by Donna Graffagnino

Categories     Seafood

Time 3h30m

Number Of Ingredients 21

3/4 c vegetable oil
1 c flour
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium bell pepper, chopped
2 stalk(s) celery, chopped
3 Tbsp garlic, minced
2 can(s) 15 oz stewed, rotel, or diced tomatoes with liquid
1 can(s) 12 ounces v-8 or tomato sauce
1/2 c white wine
2 bay leaves
4-6 c fish, seafood, or chicken stock
2 Tbsp fresh basil, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried)
1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped (or 1/2 tsp dried)
1/2 c worcestershire sauce, lea & perrin's
tobasco or la hot sauce to taste
1/4 c fresh parsley, chopped (or 2 tbsp dried)
salt, black pepper and cayenne to taste
2 lb redfish or snapper fillets
1 lemon, cut into thin wedges
4 green onions, sliced thin for garnish
chopped fresh basil for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. If you are lucky enough to have the bones of the fish, you should make a stock by boiling the fish bones with 1-2 quarts of water, 1 diced onion, 1 bay leaf and 1 tbsp of black peppercorns.
  • 2. In large heavy dutch oven, over medium heat make a roux from 3/4 C. vegetable oil and 1 C. flour, stirring constantly until medium brown. Don't cook too fast or it will burn.
  • 3. Add onions, celery, and bell pepper and sauté 3-5 minutes or until vegetables are wilted. This will cause the roux to seize up; it's supposed to do that. Add garlic and sauté a few minutes more.
  • 4. Turn heat to low and add tomatoes and V-8 to the vegetable mixture and saute for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • 5. Add stock, wine, Worcestershire, hot sauce, basil and thyme; simmer for 2 hours - the longer the better, stirring frequently. (Put a splatter screen or lid over sauce to keep sauce from spattering all over your stove, counter tops, etc.) If necessary add more stock, a little at a time, to keep it from getting to thick.
  • 6. Season to taste with salt and pepper then add parsley, simmer 5 minutes. If you like your sauce chunky proceed to next step. If you prefer a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender to puree the sauce until it reaches the desired consistency. Be careful not to splatter the red gravy. This will cause the sauce to thicken so add more stock or water as needed.
  • 7. Bring the sauce up to a good boil, add the fish fillets, pushing them down into the sauce, being careful not to break the fish, cover with solid lid, and put into a 350 degree oven for 15-20 minutes. If you prefer to finish it on the stove top, after adding the fish, cover with a solid lid and turn the heat off.
  • 8. Don't Peek! Let sit for 20-25 minutes, depending on the size and thickness of the fish. When fish are flaky and no longer opaque taste sauce and adjust seasonings if necessary.
  • 9. Garnish with green onions, fresh basil, and lemon wedges. Serve over white rice with garlic french bread. *Options: Add 1 lb peeled shrimp. This sauce is good with any type Snapper or Flounder

CREOLE REDFISH COURT-BOUILLON RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Creole Redfish Court-bouillon Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by á-114543

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/2 cup vegetable oil
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow onions, chopped
1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 cup dry sherry
5 cups fish stock or shrimp stock
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with their juices
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
6 (6 ounce) redfish or trout fillets, cut in 1/2 on the diagonal
2 tablespoons olive oil, as needed
2 teaspoons Emeril's Original Essence, or other Creole seasoning
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cups cooked long-grain white rice, for servings
Fresh parsley leaves or green onion, chopped, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a Dutch oven or large, heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add the flour, reduce the heat to medium, and cook, stirring constantly with a large wooden spoon, to make a roux the color of peanut butter, about 15 minutes. Add the onions, bell peppers, and celery, and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the garlic and bay leaves, and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Place the tomato paste in a small bowl and whisk in the sherry to blend. Add to the pot, and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add the stock, whisking to blend. Add the tomatoes and their juices, the sugar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and cook, stirring, occasionally, for 20 to 25 minutes. Whisk in the butter, bit by bit, until incorporated. Remove from the heat, taste, and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Preheat a grill to medium. To grill the fish, brush the fish all over with the olive oil and season the fish with the Essence. Grill the fish, basting occasionally with additional olive oil for about 8 minutes. Turn the fish and grill briefly on the second side. Return the court bouillon to the heat, add the fish, and simmer about 3 to 4 minutes longer. To serve, spoon 1/2 cup of rice into the center of six large soup bowls and divide the red fish court-bouillon equally among them. Serve immediately, garnished with parsley or green onion.

Tips:

  • To ensure the freshest fish, purchase redfish that is firm to the touch and has clear, bright eyes.
  • When preparing the court bouillon, use a variety of vegetables to create a flavorful broth. Mirepoix, a combination of carrots, celery, and onions, is a classic choice, but you can also add other vegetables such as leeks, fennel, or tomatoes.
  • If you don't have a fish poacher, you can cook the redfish in a large saucepan or Dutch oven. Just be sure to use a gentle simmer to prevent the fish from overcooking.
  • Redfish is a delicate fish, so it important not to overcook it. The fish is done cooking when it flakes easily with a fork.
  • Serve the redfish immediately with the court bouillon and your favorite sides. Some popular options include rice, potatoes, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Redfish court bouillon is a classic French dish that is both elegant and delicious. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this dish is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are entertaining guests or simply looking for a weeknight meal, redfish court bouillon is sure to please everyone at the table.

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