Jul 14 2026
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Crawfish Étouffée Recipe

Inspired by The Chimes
Time1h
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Crawfish Étouffée Base

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large heavy pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic and Seasonings

    Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Add the Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper; stir well.

  3. 3

    Make the Roux

    Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables. Stir continuously for about 5-10 minutes until the mixture is a light brown color.

  4. 4

    Incorporate the Stock

    Gradually whisk in the crawfish stock, ensuring there are no lumps. Add the tomato paste and stir to combine.

  5. 5

    Add Crawfish and Simmer

    Add the crawfish tails and bay leaves to the pot. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cover, and let cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Remove bay leaves before serving. Serve the étouffée over cooked white rice and garnish with chopped green onions.

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