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Recipe
Crawfish Pasta Delight
Spicy Cajun Crawfish Pasta: A Taste of Louisiana
4.5 out of 5
Indulge in the flavors of Louisiana with this mouthwatering Crawfish Pasta Delight. This recipe combines succulent crawfish tails with a rich and creamy sauce, infused with the bold spices of Cajun cuisine.
Metadata
Preparation time
20 minutes
Cooking time
15 minutes
Total time
35 minutes
Yields
4 servings
Preparation difficulty
Medium
Suitable for
Pescatarian, Dairy-free (with substitutions), Gluten-free (with gluten-free pasta)
Allergens
Shellfish, Dairy
Not suitable for
Vegan, Vegetarian, Nut-free, Egg-free, Soy-free
Ingredients
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1 lb (450g) crawfish tails, peeled and deveined 1 lb (450g) crawfish tails, peeled and deveined
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8 oz (225g) fettuccine pasta 8 oz (225g) fettuccine pasta
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2 tbsp (30g) butter 2 tbsp (30g) butter
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1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
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1 bell pepper, finely chopped 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
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2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
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1 cup (240ml) heavy cream 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
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1 tsp Cajun seasoning 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
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1/2 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp paprika
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Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Nutrition
- Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
- Fat (total, saturated): 25g, 15g
- Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 35g, 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Salt: 1.5g
Preparation
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1.Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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2.In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
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3.Add the crawfish tails to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, until they turn pink and are cooked through.
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4.Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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5.Add the cooked fettuccine pasta to the skillet and toss until it is well coated with the creamy crawfish sauce.
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6.Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
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7.Serve hot and enjoy!
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Crawfish tails — Make sure to thoroughly clean and devein the crawfish tails before using them in the recipe to remove any grit or impurities.
Tips & Tricks
- If crawfish tails are not available, you can substitute them with shrimp for a similar flavor profile.
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning according to your spice preference.
- For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving to brighten the flavors.
- Serve with a side of crusty French bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Serving advice
Serve the Crawfish Pasta Delight in individual bowls, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Pair it with a side of crusty French bread and a crisp green salad for a complete meal.
Presentation advice
To enhance the presentation, arrange a few whole crawfish tails on top of the pasta before serving. Drizzle a little extra sauce over the top and sprinkle with chopped parsley for an added pop of color.
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