Cajun Ninja Crawfish Etouffee Recipe
Cajun Ninja Crawfish Etouffee is a flavorful Cajun dish with tender crawfish, sautéed veggies, and a creamy, spicy sauce. Served over rice, it’s a comforting and satisfying meal packed with bold, savory flavors. Easy to make and perfect for anyone craving authentic Cajun cuisine!
Equipment
- Large Pan or Dutch Oven
- Wooden Spoon or Spatula
- Knife and cutting board
- Rice Cooker or Pot
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Ingredients
- 2 Onions finely chopped
- 2 Stalks Celery finely chopped
- 1 Green Bell Pepper chopped
- 1 Red Bell Pepper chopped
- 1 bunch Green Onions chopped (for garnish)
- 4 Garlic Cloves minced
- 2 sticks Butter
- 1 tbsp Cajun or Creole Seasoning
- ¼ tsp Cayenne Pepper
- ¼ tsp Salt
- ⅓ cup Flour
- 2 lbs Louisiana Crawfish tail meat
- 2 cups Hot Water adjust as needed
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Sauté the Vegetables: Chop the onions, celery, bell peppers, and green onions. In a large pan, melt 2 sticks of butter over medium-low heat. Add the chopped vegetables and sauté until they soften, about 5-7 minutes. The aroma will be amazing!
- Add Seasoning and Garlic: Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning, ¼ tablespoon cayenne pepper, and ¼ tablespoon salt. Stir everything together and let it cook for 20 minutes. While the veggies cook, chop 4 cloves of garlic and add them to the pan for the last 10 minutes.
- Make the Roux: Push the veggies to one side of the pan. Add ⅓ cup of flour to the melted butter and stir until smooth. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, for about 30 minutes, making sure the roux doesn’t burn.
- Add Hot Water and Rice: As the roux cooks, prepare your rice. In the microwave, heat 2 cups of water until it’s hot but not boiling. Slowly pour the hot water into the roux, stirring to achieve a creamy texture.
- Add Crawfish: Stir in 2 lbs. of Louisiana crawfish tails. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer. Let it cook for 15-20 minutes to let all the flavours meld.
- Serve Over Rice: Once your etouffee has reached the perfect flavour and consistency, serve it over a bed of warm rice. Let it cool for a few minutes, and then dig in. The combination of tender crawfish, creamy sauce, and fluffy rice is absolutely delicious.
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Notes
- Substitute shrimp: If you don’t have crawfish, shrimp works perfectly as a substitute.
- Make it spicy: Add more cayenne pepper or hot sauce to kick up the heat.
- Make ahead: The flavors deepen the next day, so it’s great for leftovers!