Jul 14 2026
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Fried Crawfish Dinner Recipe

Inspired by Mudbugs
Time1h
Serves4

my daughter had the fried crawfish dinner.

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Ingredients

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Crawfish Preparation

Breading Mixture

Serving

Method

Crawfish Preparation

  1. 1

    Soak the Crawfish

    In a medium bowl, combine the peeled crawfish tails with buttermilk and hot sauce. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes to enhance their flavor and tenderness.

Breading Mixture

  1. 2

    Prepare the Breading

    In a shallow dish, mix together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Frying

  1. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a large deep skillet or frying pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  2. 4

    Bread the Crawfish

    Remove the crawfish from the buttermilk mixture and allow excess liquid to drip off. Dredge the crawfish in the breading mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.

  3. 5

    Fry the Crawfish

    Carefully add the breaded crawfish to the hot oil in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place them on paper towels to drain.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve the Dish

    Serve the fried crawfish hot with lemon wedges and remoulade sauce on the side for dipping.

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