Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCafe Rue Orleans - Cajun & SeafoodCrawfish Etouffee Recipe

Crawfish Etouffee Recipe

Time45m
Serves6

A rich and flavorful stew served over rice.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Base

    In a large heavy pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery (the 'holy trinity' of Cajun cooking) and sauté for about 5 minutes until they are softened.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic and Tomatoes

    Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Then, add the crushed tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.

  3. 3

    Incorporate Crawfish

    Add the crawfish tails to the pot, stirring to combine with the vegetable mixture.

  4. 4

    Add Liquids and Spices

    Pour in the chicken broth, then add the Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, and bay leaves. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

  5. 5

    Simmer

    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  6. 6

    Final Touches

    After 30 minutes, remove the bay leaves and stir in the sliced green onions. Allow it to cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve the Etouffee

    Ladle the crawfish etouffee over a bed of cooked white rice in bowls. Garnish with additional green onions if desired. Enjoy your rich and flavorful stew!

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