Jul 17 2026

Pistolette Recipe

Time2h
Serves4

Fried Cajun roll stuffed with shrimp étouffée.

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Ingredients

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Fried Cajun Roll

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Make the Dough

    In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy. Add milk, melted butter, salt, and flour. Knead until smooth. Let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Shrimp Étouffée

    In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Sauté until soft. Add shrimp, cajun seasoning, and chicken broth. Simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in flour to thicken. Let cool.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Pistolette

    Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into small balls. Flatten each ball, add a spoonful of shrimp étouffée in the center, and fold the dough over to seal. Let them rest for 20 minutes.

  4. 4

    Fry the Pistolette

    In a deep pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the stuffed rolls until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

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