Classic Crawfish Étouffée

Introduction:
Rich, buttery, and packed with bold Cajun flavors, this Classic Crawfish Étouffée is a Louisiana favorite. Tender crawfish tails simmered in a flavorful trinity of onions, celery, and bell peppers, thickened with a buttery roux, and served over rice — it’s comfort in a bowl with a kick.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lb cooked and peeled crawfish tails

  • 2 sticks (1 cup) butter

  • 4 large sweet onions, chopped

  • 6 celery stalks, chopped

  • 2 large green bell peppers, chopped

  • 4 large bay leaves

  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

  • 2 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

  • 4 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

  • 6 tbsp green onions, chopped

  • 2 cups seafood stock

  • Cooked white rice, for serving

How to Make: