Tag: French cooking

Louisiana Courtbouillon vs. French Court-Bouillon

French court-bouillon is a light aromatic liquid used to poach fish or shellfish. Louisiana courtbouillon is a richly seasoned fish stew or gravy made with roux, tomatoes, vegetables, stock, and rice. Learn how two preparations sharing one French name became dramatically different dishes.

French Influences on Louisiana Cooking

French cooking gave Louisiana important techniques, terminology, breads, sauces, stews, and pastry traditions—but Louisiana cooks transformed those influences through local ingredients and cultural exchange