Jul 14 2026
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Crawfish Étouffée Recipe

Inspired by Dons Seafood - Lafayette
Time45m
Serves6

Make Crawfish Étouffée Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery (the 'holy trinity' of Cajun cooking). Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic

    Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Make the Roux

    Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir continuously for 5-7 minutes until the mixture turns a light brown color, being careful not to burn it.

  4. 4

    Add Stock and Seasonings

    Gradually whisk in the chicken stock, ensuring there are no lumps. Add the Cajun seasoning, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

  5. 5

    Incorporate Crawfish

    Add the crawfish tails to the pot, stirring well to combine. Let it simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

  6. 6

    Final Touch

    Remove the bay leaves and stir in the sliced green onions right before serving.

Serving

  1. 7

    Plate the Étouffée

    Serve the crawfish étouffée over a bed of cooked rice in shallow bowls. Garnish with additional green onions if desired.

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