**Crawfish Étouffée: A Spicy Symphony of Louisiana Flavors**
In the vibrant culinary tapestry of Louisiana, few dishes evoke the essence of the bayou like Crawfish Étouffée. This iconic dish, pronounced "ay-too-fay," is a harmonious blend of spicy, savory, and aromatic flavors that showcases the region's bountiful crawfish harvest. With its rich, roux-based sauce, tender crawfish, and the holy trinity of Cajun cuisine (onion, celery, and bell pepper), Crawfish Étouffée is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This comprehensive guide provides three delectable Crawfish Étouffée recipes, each offering a unique twist on this Louisiana classic. From a traditional recipe that stays true to its roots to a modern interpretation with a touch of Creole flair, and a vegetarian version that captures the essence of the dish without the seafood, these recipes cater to diverse tastes and dietary preferences. Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Louisiana with these authentic Crawfish Étouffée recipes, and experience the vibrant flavors that make this dish a beloved Southern delicacy.
LOUISIANA CRAWFISH ETOUFFEE
Here in Louisiana, there's nothing better than this classic during crawfish season. This recipe is easy and can be substituted with shrimp when crawfish are out of season. Even better when served with hot garlic French bread! Start cooking the rice first since this is a quick and easy dish.
Provided by Bonnie Lang Turnage-Mortgage O
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Etouffee Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine the rice and 6 cups water in a saucepan, and bring to a boil. Cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, until rice is tender and water has been absorbed.
- While the rice is cooking, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, and saute until transparent. Stir in the garlic, and cook for a minute. Stir in the flour until well blended. Gradually stir in the tomato sauce and remaining 1 cup water, then add the crawfish tails and bring to a simmer. Add the green onions and season with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Simmer for 5 to 10 minutes over low heat, until the crawfish is cooked but not tough. Serve over hot cooked rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 636.1 calories, Carbohydrate 82.7 g, Cholesterol 142 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.9 g, Sodium 635.2 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
GO-TO CRAWFISH ETOUFFEE
This recipe was (after much prodding) given to me by a friend. The soup seems an odd addition, but replaces the traditional roux -- and the end result is nothing short of wonderful. Serve over rice or linguine.
Provided by Staci
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Etouffee Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat, and stir in the onion, green bell pepper, green onions, and celery; cook the vegetables, stirring frequently, until the onion is translucent and the vegetables have begun to soften, about 10 minutes. Stir in the golden mushroom soup, parsley, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper, and bring the sauce to a boil.
- Gently mix in the crawfish tail meat, and simmer until the crawfish tails are opaque, 10 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Cholesterol 153.5 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 498.7 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
CRAWFISH ETOUFFEE
I like to serve this Cajun sensation when I entertain. Etouffee is typically served with shellfish over rice and is similar to gumbo. This dish has its roots in New Orleans and the bayou country of Louisiana. -Tamra Duncan, Lincoln, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large heavy skillet, melt butter; stir in flour. Cook and stir over low heat until mixture is a caramel-colored paste, about 20 minutes. Add the celery, pepper and onions; stir until coated. Add the broth, water, parsley, tomato paste, bay leaf, salt, pepper and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil., Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Discard bay leaf. Add crawfish and heat through. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 187mg cholesterol, Sodium 579mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
CRAWFISH ETOUFFEE
Steps:
- In a large oval roasting pan or large pot, heat the vegetable oil on medium-high heat for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a separate saucepot, add the chopped crawfish, butter, paprika, 2 quarts of the seafood stock and 2 ounces of the Creole seasoning, bring to a boil and lower to a simmer.
- When the oil in the roasting pan is hot, stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is medium brown in color (a similar color to peanut butter). Turn off the heat and immediately add the onions, bell peppers and celery. Add the hot sauce, Worcestershire, black pepper, parsley flakes, granulated garlic, cayenne, basil, bay leaves and remaining 2 ounces Creole seasoning, stirring constantly. Add the tomato soup and remaining 8 quarts seafood stock and stir. Bring the mixture back to a boil over medium-high heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring. Add the crawfish and butter mixture and continue cooking for 30 minutes, stirring regularly. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and simmer for another 30 minutes. Add the whole crawfish tails and remove from the heat.
CRAWFISH ETOUFFEE
Provided by Emeril Lagasse
Categories main-dish
Time 1h50m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a large, heavy saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of the butter and whisk in flour to combine well. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until roux is a peanut butter color.
- Add onions, celery, bell pepper, garlic, bay leaves, and thyme and cook until vegetables are soft, about 6 to 8 minutes. Add stock, tomatoes, salt, red pepper, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce and bring to a boil.
- Skim surface, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add crawfish tails and fat, lemon juice, green onions, and parsley and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add remaining butter and stir to combine well. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve over hot rice.
CRAWFISH ETOUFFEE IV
This is a quick and very good Cajun dish that was given to me by my mother.
Provided by Jason Poche
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Etouffee Recipes
Time 2h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In an 8 quart stock pot over medium heat, add vegetable oil and margarine. Saute onions, green pepper and garlic until onions are translucent.
- Add crawfish to the onion mixture, and cook for 5 minutes. Add a little water to keep crawfish moist while cooking.
- Stir in soup and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes. Sprinkle in parsley after about 10 minutes. Salt and pepper to taste while simmering. Water can be added to thin as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 500.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 81 mg, Fat 43 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 1405.7 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
Tips:
- Use fresh crawfish. Fresh crawfish will have a sweeter, more delicate flavor than frozen crawfish. If you can't find fresh crawfish, frozen crawfish will work in a pinch.
- Make sure the crawfish is properly cleaned. Crawfish should be deveined and the heads should be removed. You can buy crawfish that has already been cleaned, or you can clean it yourself.
- Use a good quality stock. The stock is the base of the etouffee, so it's important to use a good quality stock. You can use chicken stock, seafood stock, or vegetable stock.
- Don't overcook the crawfish. Crawfish cooks quickly, so it's important not to overcook it. Otherwise, it will become tough and rubbery.
- Serve the etouffee over rice. Rice is the traditional way to serve crawfish etouffee. However, you can also serve it over pasta or potatoes.
Conclusion:
Crawfish etouffee is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover crawfish, and it's also a great dish to serve at parties or potlucks. If you've never had crawfish etouffee before, I encourage you to give it a try. You won't be disappointed!
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