Trail Blog

August 11, 2010

Fish For Your Supper

There’s a reason we’re known as a Sportman’s Paradise! Redfish, catfish, bluegill, bass, and more—we’ve got all kinds of fish and a wealth of fishing spots. Catch your limit then cook it up yourself. You can’t beat the fresh taste and the pride in serving your catch at the table. If you’re in the northern part of the state, cast in Toledo Bend  in Sabine Parish or hook up with Homer Humphreys, a professional fisherman and guide who sure knows his way around Lake Bistineau and the Red River. In South Louisiana, catch redfish in Lake Charles or set sail in the Gulf—much of which remains open for recreational fishing.

Here’s a cooking tip from Lafitte fishing guide Theophile Bourgeois: When you’re grilling redfish, leave the scales on one side of a boneless filet. Rub the meat with Worcestershire sauce and Italian dressing. Add seasonings, including Louisiana Fish Fry Cajun seasoning, and throw the filet on the grill for about 15 minutes, scale side down. When the meat cracks, squirt with a bit of margarine and let it melt over the fish.