Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsJuicy Seafood1/2 Lb Crawfish Recipe

1/2 Lb Crawfish Recipe

Inspired by Juicy Seafood
Time30m
Serves2

Make 1/2 Lb Crawfish Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Crawfish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Crawfish

    If using frozen crawfish tails, thaw them in the refrigerator for about 4 hours or overnight. If using fresh crawfish, ensure they are cleaned and ready for cooking.

  2. 2

    Chop the Vegetables

    Finely chop the garlic cloves, green onions, and parsley. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Lemon

    Cut the lemon in half and set aside for squeezing later.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Boil Water

    In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and 2 tablespoons of Old Bay seasoning to the boiling water.

  2. 5

    Cook the Crawfish

    Once the water is boiling, add the crawfish tails to the pot. Stir well and let them cook for about 3-5 minutes until they are heated through.

  3. 6

    Add Butter and Garlic

    Lower the heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of butter and the chopped garlic. Stir continuously for about 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

  4. 7

    Finish with Vegetables

    Add the chopped green onions and parsley to the pot. Stir well and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

  5. 8

    Serve

    Remove the pot from heat. Squeeze the lemon juice over the crawfish mixture and stir. Serve immediately in bowls with additional lemon wedges on the side.

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