How to make Louisiana Catfish and Shrimp Courtbouillon 

Louisiana "Courtbouillon" is a thick Fish stew that is thickened with a roux. French "Court-Bouillon" is a broth used for poaching Fish, seafood, vegetables meat etc. That's the difference between the two. I've combined some elements of both dishes to create a wonderful dish. Hope you all enjoy. Thanks! 8 Recipe questions with Charlie. 1. Can I use other fish besides Catfish? Yes you can fish like Red fish. 2. I don't have the crab boil can I use other seasonings? The crab boil really makes this recipe special as it gives a nice a spicy kick. You could use the cayenne pepper in place of the Crab boil or you can add just a bit more Tony Chachere's or whatever seasoning you have to make it work. 3. Can I use other wines like Red wine? I recommend you use white wine. You could try the Red wine and see how it works. I'm sure it will taste wonderful. Wine is another key component in this dish. It's a must have. 4. I don't have Chef Paul's Seafood magic. What can I replace it with? Use the Tony Chachere's creole seasoning. You can also use Old Bay seasoning. But be careful to lightly sprinkle it onto the catfish and shrimp especially if you are using the crab boil as the crab boil has a higher concentration of sodium. I have the link to where you can purchase the Chef Paul's seasonings in the description box. 5. I Can I use the Raw shrimp without the Shrimp heads? You must have the Shrimp with the shrimp heads on. The heads and shells are going to be used to make a flavorful stock, another key component in the recipe. It is possible that the recipe will still work but it the shrimp flavor won't be as strong. 6. Can I use anything else to thicken the liquid besides the roux. Can I add more tomato paste to make it thicker instead? Absolutely not. We're making a stew, not red gravy. You must make a roux. If you're scared to make a roux, they sell roux in a jar in grocery stores and online. 7. I see that you first sauteed the Catfish and Shrimp then added it into the liquid and let it cook for 5 minutes. Won't the seafood be overcooked if you did that? Not at all. The fish and the shrimp should still be under cooked after you saute it. Once you add it into the liquid base, It'll be cooked until it's done. The searing method was done to not only add a dimension of flavor but shorten the cooking time as well. Adding the cold shrimp and catfish would drastically drop the temperature of the base and you will have to cook it longer. Not only you would have to cook the catfish and shrimp until it's done, you would also have to bring that temperature of the base back up to where It was before to ensure everything is cooked properly. In all my years of cooking, I've never experienced my seafood coming out overcooked. 8. Why did you use Shrimp instead of all fish like a traditional recipe? I believe that the addition of the Shrimp just takes the dish up to a whole new level. I also could not get my hands on any fish bones or pieces to make a fish stock, so I decided to work with what I have, and try something different. Hence the name Catfish and Shrimp courtbouillon.

My grandma used to make this when we visited her. Haven't had it since I was a kid. Gonna make some in her honor. Thanks!!

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That looks SO good, my mouth is watering! I wish there was such a thing as "smellavision"! 🤣 I can only imagine the aroma. OMG!

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The table banging is my favorite part 🤗..

CHARLEEEE! OMG YOU HAVE OUTDONE YOURSELF! I have never made this myself. Mama used to make it all the time back in the day#504. Much Love and appreciation for this recipe and fond memory ;-) Imma try my hand at it...

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Thank you for sharing this wonderful recipe, I make it all the time for my 93 year old mother 🔥🔥🔥

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“Sprinkle a little bit and call it a day” 😭 Love it, it’s reminds me so much of my side of the family from Louisiana. Great recipe.

O'Charley I can't wait to Spring this on my family man you are absolutely the greatest I'm so glad I hooked back up with you

This looks fire thanks Charlie 🔥🔥

Wow, that looks soooo good! I'm definitely making this. Thank you, for sharing another beautiful recipe with us!

Oh my goodness looks great!

I just got an idea. I am Italian and my family celebrate the 7-fish dinner on Christmas eve. One of our dishes is Italian fish stew (Ciopino). I am thinking of doing this recipe and just adding more fish such as maybe some squid and crab meat. That will leave only 3 more fish dishes I will have to prepare.

Whew Chile! Mr. Charlie when you finished cooking, I literally saw myself sitting at the table waiting for you to bring me a plate of that Courtbouillion.😁.....and I love using bay leaves in my food. Thanks for this recipe. 😁♥️

This looks amazing! I can’t wait to try it. Thank you!

This looks sooo amazing Charlie. I need a bowl now with all this rain we're having❤

Luv this dish! Thank you so much Charlie the cook ❤✌

I cannot wait to make this!!! Thank you for the recipe Charlie!

I’m definitely trying this next weekend! Looks absolutely delish😍!! Thank you for sharing❤️

Wow Charlie I am so excited to make this.

This looks delicious! Thank you Charlie for sharing

Charlie.You are such a breath of fresh air my brother. Especially in these turbulent and devisive times when all can benefit from a healing calm. What better way to make good folks feel even better than preparing and learning to prepare simple artful and delicious dishes. Thanks for your genuine spirit and for sharing your creative and awesome recipes with us. Your videos are truly informative and a blessing bro. Keep up the great work!

This is soooo good!!!

I’m adding this to my list of recipes to try. Amazing work! 👍

OMG...I love this recipe!!!

Looks great Charlie! Thanks for sharing another great recipe!♥️♥️

I absolutely love your videos! Thank you for teaching us how to make delicious food!!

Hi Charlie, I just came across your channel a couple days ago and I've gone through a lot of your videos since. I must say you are a joy to watch. I'm smiling during your videos due to you have a very calming and beautiful spirit. And your food looks delicious. I'll definitely be making several of your dishes. Congratulations on your success. You SO deserve everything coming your way.

Just cooked this, it's amazing thank you.

How in the world did someone dislike this???

Oh my goodness this looks so good Charlie you are the best!

Very nice recipe and production Thank You,

This looks absolutely delicious Charlie!

I love the way ur so informative the way u lay everything out. Thanks for sharing..

Looks great. I will be trying. Thanks

So easy omg looks so good

Your food/ veggies always look so fresh!! You are truly a perfectionist and I love it!!❤️

This dish looks really good. Keep up the good work Charlie.

I make mine very similar, like my daddy taught me. But we use red fish because we always have a lot. Delicious

Hey Charlie 👋🏼 I want to make this dish 😋 Perfect for the cooler weather. Thanks for sharing!

You've done it again Charlie. This looks outstanding

Made this step by step it was AMAZING!! Making it again tonight I couldn’t get enough

This person is so happy and cheery lol. Absolutely fantastic

I did make this one & it was fantastic. I will definitely be making this one again!

Looks wonderful Charlie

I love catfish! Another fantastic recipe to try out on this great Saturday!

You make it look easy....looks delicious

You are a Master at making that roux! You said that it smells divine, it looks divine! Thanks

I remember my mother making fish courtbouillon but never thought about what was in it. This looks FABULOUS (as always) and can't wait to try it myself. Thank you for the video!

OMG, thank you Charlie, I have been looking for years for this. It's so similar to a dish my mom would make with a few differences. I just couldn't remember, now I do ☺.

Charlie thanks for bringing us a great recipe and some culinary knowledge. Beautiful video! Your videos are inspiring, soothing, and informative! Thanks Charlie!

One of my all time favorite meals🤗

That is a beautiful looking dish.

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Hey Charlie! That is a perfect comfort meal for fall

You did it again Charlie!!!!! I must do this recipe 😋

I have never heard of this before. It looks really good. I am going to try it. I have never had a bad meal when I make your recipes. Thank you for all the wonderful food memories you are creating for me and my family.

Looks good. Will give this a try.

I am making this tonight 😊 i bought all the ingredients yesterday. Looks yummy especially with the cold

It looks amazing! Thanks.

That looks good and I want some. Thank you.

I will try love it thanks for the good food

Wow! I have never had that dish before! Looks delicious!Great instructional video!

Grat video Charlie. I'm gonna try it.

I will be trying this…it looks great!! I really like the Chef too….everything explained precisely yet simply

I made this delicious dish today! I’ve been hearing about it for years and I knew you would have a recipe. So much flavor and goodness. Thanks Charlie!🌹

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Hi Charlie. Thanks for another great recipe. My mom and cousin really liked it. I appreciated your straightforward instructions for the roux. I didn't have any problems. Looking forward to trying shrimp etouffee next.

Wow. A great recipe!

My mouth over here watering. I hate cooking but love soups I can give this a try

This court-bouillon looks so delicious. I hope I can get all the ingredients to make it. You are an amazing chef! Kudos!

Thank you Charlie! I'm looking forward to serving this dish to Sunday company. Mom, Bluegrass music, and good soup! All the best to you! --Fink

Can’t wait to try this!

Going to have to try this soon!

I'm so glad you made this dish! I tried to do it out of a cookbook once and it was a disaster. But this I can do. Go ahead Charlie

Looks amazing Charlie

Thanks again Chef Charlie for another Delicious 😋 Meal!❤

Oh man... why does everything you make look so good!?

Hi charlie love this dish. Shrimp is one of my favorite. Keep up the good work. Thank you charlie.😋😁😊☺🙂😉

I cooked this Sunday and the family loved it. Tasted even better the next day. Lots of savory flavor that melts in your mouth. Next time I prepare this I’m serving it over baked potatoes. Really appreciate what you do Chef Charlie.

dang, you make my mouth water. I'm an older cook who learned country style from her mother. This recipe looks like a great way to start learning new things.

Just tried out this recipe! 💯👏🏾💪🏾my wife loves my cooking now thanks to you sir! Every recipe i try from you is A💯! Thanks keep them coming

Looks delicious!

Looks great!

You are a GREAT teacher

This looks really good. I can't wait to try this!

Mr. Charlie Andrews this is a winner for all the seafood lover's I am one of them I have to make this I'm stocking up on seafood now when I get everything together I will make it for my family so glad to see your channel again It may take me a little while to get all the different ingredients together that I see you use and prepare your dishes but once I get it together I'll be doing it thank you again God bless you Mr Charlie.

Another great meal my friend!!!

Hello Charlie Looks delish brought back great memories of my mom cooking catfish courtbouillon with homemade cornbread. Mine all time favorite dish during the summer

Charlie you got my mouth watering😂🤣😃😅. You threw down on this. Show you right!!!! Go on and bang that table.😅😃🤣👏👏👏👏

Happy New Year Charlie!!! Baby I just cook this, and the way it came out, I had to hit my table.😅😃😂😆🤣. Charlie thank you so much for teaching the world how to cook "New Orleans Style."💖💖

I have to try this dish

Looks delicious.

I made this last night, and Oh My God was it good. I didn't have time to make homemade shrimp stock so I used store-bought chicken stock instead, and it came out delicious. What a filling, satisfying meal on a chilly December night. Thanks to Charlie, I'm actually developing something of a New Orleans repertoire. Thanks for all your great recipes!

The best courtbouillon recipe online!! I followed his recipe and added two dungeons crabs. 😍