Savory Catfish Courtbouillon

Ingredients:

– 4 strips smoked turkey bacon, chopped
– 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
– 2 green bell peppers, chopped
– 1 cup diced celery
– 1 tablespoon minced garlic
– ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 medium fresh jalapeno, seeded and diced
– 2 cups canned diced tomatoes, drained
– 4 cups seafood stock
– 2 tablespoons dark roux (store-bought or homemade)
– 1 bay leaf
– 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning blend
– 1 teaspoon hot sauce
– Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
– 2 pounds catfish fillets, cut into large pieces
– 4 cups cooked long-grain white rice
– 1 cup diced green onion tops, for garnish

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