Description
Louisiana Crawfish Étouffée is a delectable dish that embodies the essence of Cajun cooking. This comforting stew features tender crawfish tails enveloped in a rich, velvety roux and a medley of aromatic vegetables, delivering an explosion of flavor with every bite. Served over fluffy white rice, this dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, showcasing Southern charm and culinary tradition. Its versatility allows for easy substitutions, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Enjoy the warmth and heartiness of Louisiana Crawfish Étouffée with your loved ones!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb crawfish tails (fresh or frozen, peeled and deveined)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- Cooked white rice (for serving)
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat butter and vegetable oil over medium heat. Whisk in flour to create a roux; cook until light brown (5–7 minutes).
- Add onion, bell pepper, celery; cook for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
- Gradually add chicken broth while stirring to combine. Mix in Cajun seasoning; simmer for 10–15 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in crawfish tails and simmer for an additional 5–7 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Serve over cooked white rice and garnish with sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 155mg