Zeke Babin's Black Pot Courtbouillon Recipe

Experience a taste of Louisiana culinary history with Zeke Babin's Black Pot Courtbouillon! This unique fish stew recipe, passed down from Ms. Sims Leader of White Hall to Zeke Babin of St. Amant, and famously featured on Baton Rouge local news by Chef John Folse, is a family favorite. A rich and flavorful twist on traditional courtbouillon, this recipe promises a memorable seafood experience. Prepare to be amazed by the depth of flavor in this authentic Louisiana dish.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 145 mins
Calories 473.7 kcal
Protein 78g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Zeke Babin's Black Pot Courtbouillon

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How to Make Zeke Babin's Black Pot Courtbouillon

  1. In a large bowl, toss fish and shrimp with flour.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large black pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  3. Add onion, celery, and green pepper; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  5. Add tomatoes, fish stock, white wine, Creole seasoning, cayenne pepper, bay leaf, black pepper, and thyme.
  6. Bring to a simmer; then gently add the fish and shrimp. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until fish and shrimp are cooked through.
  7. Season with salt to taste.
  8. Remove bay leaf before serving.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges and cooked rice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

76 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

56g

Carbs

5g