Fried Crawfish Salad Recipe
Make Fried Crawfish Salad 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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Salad Base
Fried Crawfish
Dressing
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Salad Base
In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion. Toss gently to mix.
Fried Crawfish Preparation
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, all-purpose flour, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
- 4
Coat the Crawfish
Dip the crawfish tails into the flour mixture, then back into the egg mixture, and finally coat them again in the flour mixture.
- 5
Fry the Crawfish
In a deep skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the coated crawfish tails in batches. Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Dressing Preparation
- 6
Prepare the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Assembly
- 7
Assemble the Salad
Place the prepared salad base on individual plates or in a large serving bowl. Top with the fried crawfish and drizzle the dressing over the top. Serve immediately.
