Aromatic stock seasoning

How to Cook with the Court-Bouillon Spice Blend

Simply add it to boiling water with a bit of white wine, onion, and lemon to create a deliciously fragrant court-bouillon. It can also be used to flavor soups, sauces, and stews.

Recipe Ideas for Using the Court-Bouillon Spice Blend

• Fish Court-Bouillon: Simmer the court-bouillon spice blend with water, white wine, onions, carrots, and celery. Add fish fillets and cook until tender;
• Chicken in Court-Bouillon: Use the spice blend to prepare a court-bouillon with onions, celery, carrots, and herbs. Poach the chicken until cooked through;
• Seafood Soup: Use the court-bouillon made with the spice blend as a base for a seafood soup, adding mussels, shrimp, and chunks of fish;
• Vegetables in Court-Bouillon: Prepare a court-bouillon with the spice blend and use it to cook vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and zucchini for a flavorful side dish.

The Aromas of the Court-Bouillon Spice Blend

This harmonious mix of thyme, bay leaf, fennel, coriander, and cloves creates a rich and complex aromatic base. Upon tasting, one perceives a fresh herbal note, balanced by slightly aniseed and spicy touches.

Court-Bouillon or "Short Broth"

Court-bouillon is a classic French culinary preparation, used for centuries to delicately cook fish and seafood. This technique helps preserve the texture and flavor of the ingredients while infusing them with subtle aromas. Traditionally used by fishermen to prepare their fresh catch, the term "court-bouillon" comes from the French "bouillon court," literally meaning "short broth" due to its quick and light cooking process.