Best 3 Cajun Biscuits Recipes
**Cajun Biscuits: A Southern Delight with a Spicy Kick**
Indulge in the delectable flavors of Cajun biscuits, a Southern culinary treasure that tantalizes taste buds with its unique blend of spices and fluffy texture. These savory biscuits are a staple in Cajun cuisine, often served alongside hearty stews, gumbos, and fried chicken. With a crispy golden crust and a tender, flaky interior, Cajun biscuits are sure to be a hit at any gathering. This article presents a collection of the best Cajun biscuit recipes, each offering a slightly different twist on this classic dish. From traditional recipes that capture the essence of Cajun cooking to creative variations that incorporate modern ingredients, there's a recipe here to satisfy every palate. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to the heart of Louisiana.
CAJUN SHRIMP AND SAUSAGE GRAVY OVER BISCUITS
A few years back I was visiting friends in LA, and after a long day of fishing, a wonderful dinner with fresh fish of course, the next day we all woke up famished. Well ... biscuits with sausage gravy was the request, but I wanted to do something a little cajun. Our last vacation day, so it was clean out the fridge, but still trying to make something that resembled biscuits with sausage gravy. After a quick run to a local quick stop to get some cream and biscuits we were set. Well this is the creation, and it is really good. The only thing I have changed since I returned is that I love to add some scallions right at the end for a fresh flavor, but otherwise, pretty much the same. Make this for a breakfast/brunch for family this holiday season. And if you don't want to use andouille, use a spicy or mild sausage along with the cajun spices. And if you bake, make your own biscuits. I'm just not much of a baker, so I take a short cut and use a canned biscuit. We served this with some scrambled eggs and Bloody Mary's (it was the last day of vacation). But skip the eggs, and you won't miss them - this is a very satisfying dish.
Provided by SarasotaCook
Categories Breakfast
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 , 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Sausage -- In a large saute pan cook the diced andouille on medium heat until cooked through. Don't cook it at too high of a temperature. You want to slowly saute it. Once it is done, remove to a plate lined with a paper towel to drain.
- Sauce -- In the same pan, pour out the drippings from the andouille (no need to clean the pan out, the flavor is fine, you just don't want all the oil) and add the fresh olive oil and bring to medium high heat. Add in the onion, celery, red pepper and garlic and saute 3-4 minutes.
- Deglaze -- Originally I used chicken broth because that is all I had. Now, I like to deglaze with white wine just to get all the bits up off the pan. Add the wine and scrape up the bits from the pan and cook just a minute, then remove from the heat and slowly add in the cream, hot sauce (to taste) and the cajun seasoning and return to the heat on medium low cook until it reduces about 20-30 minutes. The cream will naturally thicken on it's own.
- Shrimp and Sausage -- After the sauce has thickened, add the sausage back in as well as the shrimp and cook on medium heat until the shrimp begin to curl and turn pink. Add salt and pepper if needed according to your taste.
- Biscuits -- Now I just used a canned biscuit, so I baked them according to directions, but if you want to make your own, by all means please do.
- Serving -- Right before serving, add in the scallions and serve this decadent sauce over sliced biscuits.
- Cook up some of your favorite eggs and serve with some Bloody Mary's for a perfect brunch. This also would make a great lunch or dinner.
CREME FRAICHE BISCUITS (CAJUN/CREOLE FOR ZWT-9)
Found in the Cajun & Creole section of the Food & Wine website in an article titled "Great Recipes From Top New Orleans Chefs". Chefs Allison Vines-Rushing & Slade Rushing were credited as contributors & the recipe included this description: "When they are not adding a Southern ingredient to a French recipe, chefs Allison Vines-Rushing & Slade Rushing are adding a French ingredient to a Southern recipe. For this recipe, crème fraîche replaces buttermilk in these extremely fluffy biscuits." The recipe yield is approx 22 biscuits & is not easily halved as it uses 1 egg, but any extra biscuits can be frozen for later use. Time does not include 30 min chill time. Enjoy!
Provided by twissis
Categories Breads
Time 38m
Yield 22 Biscuits, 22 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F - In a lrg bowl, whisk the flour w/the baking powder, salt & sugar.
- Cut in the butter until the dough is roughly the size of peas. Make a well in the center.
- In a sml bowl, whisk the heavy cream w/the crème fraîche & egg. Pour into the well & stir w/a fork until evenly moistened.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly-floured work surface & gently knead 2-3 times until it holds together.
- Roll out the dough 1-in thick. Using a 2 1/4-in rd cookie cutter, stamp out the biscuits as close together as possible. Gently press the scraps together & stamp out more biscuits. Transfer to baking sheets & chill until firm (about 30 min).
- Bake the biscuits for 18 min (or until golden on top). Serve warm from the oven or at room temperature.
CAJUN BISCUITS
Woman's World 7/18/00. You will love these big, fluffy, peppery biscuits, and because they start with a convenient baking mix, you'll love how easy it is to make them!
Provided by JackieOhNo
Categories Breads
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
- Combine baking m ix, mustard powder, cracked pepper, cayenne, and garlic powder.
- Stir in milk until combined and dough just forms.
- Turn dough out onto work surface dusted with additional baking mix; roll out to 3/4-inch thickness.
- Using 2-1/2 inch round cutter, cut out 6 biscuits, rerolling scraps.
- Place on ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake 8-10 minutes or until golden.
- Brush tops with melted butter; serve warm with additional butter, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.5, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 9.8, Sodium 631.9, Carbohydrate 31.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 5.5, Protein 4.8
Tips:
- Use buttermilk. Buttermilk adds a delicious tang and richness to biscuits. If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- Don't overwork the dough. Overworking the dough will make the biscuits tough. Mix the ingredients just until they come together, then stop.
- Use cold butter. Cold butter will help the biscuits rise and be flaky. If you don't have cold butter, you can freeze it for 30 minutes before using it.
- Cut the biscuits with a sharp knife or biscuit cutter. A sharp knife or biscuit cutter will help you get clean, even cuts. This will help the biscuits rise evenly.
- Bake the biscuits in a hot oven. A hot oven will help the biscuits rise and be flaky. Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit before baking the biscuits.
- Brush the biscuits with melted butter before baking. This will help the biscuits brown and be crispy.
- Serve the biscuits warm. Biscuits are best served warm, right out of the oven. You can also reheat them in the oven or microwave.
Conclusion:
Cajun biscuits are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or snack. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual brunch to a holiday feast. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a batch of Cajun biscuits that everyone will love. So next time you're in the mood for something delicious and satisfying, give Cajun biscuits a try!
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