Y’all, let me tell you about this mouthwatering Louisiana dish that’s been passed down through generations and still makes my heart skip a beat every time I make it! Today, I’m spilling the tea on my absolute favorite Crawfish Étouffée recipe that’ll have your family begging for seconds.
Listen, honey, this isn’t your basic weeknight dinner – this is pure Louisiana gold that’ll transport you straight to the French Quarter! The rich, buttery roux combined with succulent crawfish tails creates pure magic in your mouth. Trust your girl on this one!
Ingredients (serves 6):
– 2 lbs crawfish tails (fresh is best, but frozen works too, no judgment!)
– 1 cup butter (yes, a whole cup – we’re not counting calories today!)
– 2 cups diced onions
– 1 cup diced celery
– 1 cup diced green bell peppers
– 4 cloves minced garlic
– 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
– 2 cups seafood stock
– Cajun seasoning (to taste, y’all)
– Fresh parsley and green onions
– Cooked white rice for serving
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Instructions:
1. Start by melting that butter in a large pot (I use my grandmother’s cast iron, but any heavy-bottom pot will do).
2. Add your holy trinity (onions, celery, and bell peppers) and sauté until they’re tender and fragrant. About 5-7 minutes, darling.
3. Throw in that garlic and cook for another minute – smell that? Heaven!
4. Here’s where the magic happens: sprinkle in the flour and stir constantly until you get a gorgeous light brown roux (about 5-7 minutes). Don’t you dare walk away – nobody likes a burnt roux!
5. Slowly add your seafood stock, stirring constantly until it thickens.
6. Season with Cajun seasoning (I like mine with a kick, but you do you, boo!)
7. Add those beautiful crawfish tails and simmer for about 10-15 minutes.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley and green onions.
Serve this beauty over a bed of fluffy white rice, and watch your family fall in love! The key to this dish is patience and love – just like my mama always says!
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Remember, cooking is all about having fun and adding your own flair. If you need to adjust the seasonings or make it your own, go for it! That’s what makes cooking so special – it’s your chance to shine, sugar!
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got a date with this étouffée and a glass of sweet tea on my porch! Don’t forget to follow me for more Southern cooking love, and let’s keep this food party going! 💋🍴
