Jul 14 2026
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Crawfish Chowder Recipe

Inspired by Flying Fish
Time40m
Serves6

This rich and creamy chowder features crawfish tails and a mix of hearty vegetables. Seasoned with basil and a cajun blend.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Liquids

Seasonings

Other

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté Aromatics

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Vegetables

    Stir in the diced potatoes, carrots, celery, and corn. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Combine Broth and Seasonings

    Pour in the chicken broth and add the Cajun seasoning, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

  2. 4

    Simmer

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

  3. 5

    Add Crawfish and Cream

    Stir in the crawfish tails and heavy cream. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve the Chowder

    Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy hot!

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