Best 4 Cajun Style Meatloaf Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of Louisiana with "Cajun Style Meatloaf." This hearty and savory dish is a symphony of bold spices, tender meat, and a tantalizing blend of herbs. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a main course that captures the essence of Cajun cuisine, leaving you and your loved ones craving more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PAUL PRUDHOMME'S CAJUN MEAT LOAF



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I've never been a fan of meat loaf. After all, its a loaf of meat with ketchup on it...or so I thought. My friend made this for me last night and it was so good! The recipe is from Paul Prudhomme (of K-Paul's, New Orleans). Warning: this is very spicy and if you're not used to eating "cajun" type foods, you might want to back off on the cayenne & hot sauce just a bit.

Provided by Tracey D Mizell

Categories     Cajun

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 whole bay leaves
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon cayenne (ground red pepper)
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup catsup
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup very fine dry breadcrumb

Steps:

  • Combine the seasoning mix ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a 1-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions, celery, bell peppers, green onions, garlic, Tabasco, Worcestershire and seasoning mix.
  • Saute until mixture starts sticking excessively; about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally and scraping the pan bottom well.
  • Stir in the milk and catsup.
  • Continue cooking for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat and allow mixture to cool to room temperature. REMOVE BAY LEAVES.
  • Place ground beef and pork in an ungreased 9 x 13 inch baking pan.
  • Add the eggs, cooked vegetable mixture (cooled) and the bread crumbs. Mix by hand until thoroughly combined.
  • In the center of the pan, shape the mixture into a loaf that is about 1 1/2 inches high, 6 inches wide and 12 inches long.
  • Bake uncovered at 350° for 25 minutes, then raise heat to 400° and continue to cook until done, about 35 minutes longer.
  • Serve Immediately as is or with "Very Hot Cajun Sauce for Beef".

CAJUN MEAT LOAF



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A jambalaya of flavors greets guests who sample my zippy meat loaf. I received the recipe years ago from a friend who lived in Jamaica.-Anna Free, Cleveland, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h55m

Yield 175-200 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

40 bay leaves
1/2 cup salt
1/4 cup each pepper, white pepper, cayenne pepper, ground cumin and nutmeg
40 green onions, thinly sliced
15 medium onions, chopped
10 medium green peppers, chopped
40 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups butter
1 cup Worcestershire sauce
2/3 cup hot pepper sauce
6 cans (12 ounces each) evaporated milk
1 bottle (64 ounces) ketchup
8 packages (8 ounces each) dry bread crumbs (20 cups)
36 eggs, beaten
30 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
10 pounds ground pork

Steps:

  • Combine the seasonings; set aside. In Dutch ovens, saute onions, green peppers and garlic in butter until tender. Add Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce and reserved seasonings. Cook and stir for 8-10 minutes. Discard bay leaves. Remove from the heat; stir in milk and ketchup. Cool. , Add bread crumbs and eggs; mix well. In several large bowls, combine beef, pork and vegetable mixture; mix well. Pat into 11 greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pans. , Bake at 350° for 65-75 minutes or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°; drain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 526mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

CAJUN STYLE MEATLOAF



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This is meatloaf with some kick! The seasonings really bring out the flavor of the meat.

Provided by Bill Echols

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground white pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 tablespoons butter
¾ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
¼ cup chopped green onions
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
½ cup evaporated milk
½ cup ketchup
1 ½ pounds ground beef
½ pound andouille sausage, casings removed
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup dried bread crumbs

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the bay leaves, salt, cayenne pepper, ground black pepper, ground white pepper, cumin, and nutmeg; set aside.
  • Melt the butter or margarine in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, green onions, garlic, hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and reserved seasoning mix. Saute until mixture starts sticking to the bottom of the pan, about 6 minutes. Stir in the milk and ketchup; continue cooking for 2 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove vegetable mixture from heat, and allow to cool to room temperature. Place the beef and sausage in an ungreased 9x13 inch baking dish. Add the eggs, the vegetable mixture, and the bread crumbs. Remove the bay leaves. Mix well by hand, and form into a loaf about 1 1/2 inches high.
  • Bake uncovered at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 minutes. Then raise heat to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and bake for another 35 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.3 g, Cholesterol 158 mg, Fat 40.8 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 17.4 g, Sodium 1184.3 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

CAJUN MEATLOAF



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I got this recipe from Ladies Home Journal several years ago. My family loves it and requests it often. Because it takes a little more time for the prep work, I usually double the recipe and freeze the other loaf.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Pork

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons butter
2 green onions, finely chopped
1 cup onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
1/3 cup celery, finely chopped
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
2 bay leaves
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup half-and-half or 1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 lb extra lean ground beef
1 lb ground pork
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce

Steps:

  • Melt butter in medium skillet over medium heat. Add green onions, onions, green pepper, celery and garlic; cook until softened. Stir in salt, cumin, pepper, ground red pepper, nutmeg and bay leaves and cook 1 minute. Stir in ketchup and half-and-half and simmer 2 minutes. Cool. Remove bay leaves.
  • Heat oven to 350ºF. Combine ground beef, ground pork, eggs, worcestershire, and tabasco in large bowl. Stir vegetable mixture into meat mixture until well blended.
  • Spoon mixture into 9x5 loaf pan. Bake 70 minutes until meat thermometer inserted in center registers 160ºF. Cool in pan on wire rack 5 minutes. Drain and unmold onto serving platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454, Fat 27.6, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 206.1, Sodium 1001.6, Carbohydrate 11, Fiber 1, Sugar 6.6, Protein 39.4

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground beef and pork for a more flavorful meatloaf.
  • Add some chopped vegetables, such as onions, celery, and carrots, to the meat mixture for added flavor and texture.
  • Season the meatloaf generously with Cajun spices, such as paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Use a binder, such as eggs or bread crumbs, to hold the meatloaf together.
  • Bake the meatloaf in a loaf pan at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about an hour, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Cajun-style meatloaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its flavorful blend of spices and tender texture, this meatloaf is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or a salad.

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