Savor the rich and bold flavors of Louisiana with our exploration of the best Cajun-style pot roast recipes. In this culinary journey, we'll uncover secrets to creating the ultimate comfort food that combines tender, slow-cooked beef with a distinctive blend of spices and aromatics. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of flavors that will transport you to the heart of the Cajun country!
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CAJUN-STYLE POT ROAST
I often makes this zippy roast when expecting dinner guests. It gives me time to visit with them, and even my friend who's a chef enjoys this dish. -Ginger Menzies, Oak Creek, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 6h15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut roast in half; sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. In a large skillet, brown roast in oil on all sides. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine the tomatoes, red pepper, celery, onion, tapioca, garlic and salt; pour over roast. , Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until meat is tender. Serve with rice. , Freeze option: Remove beef, vegetables and juices from slow cooker; cool slightly. Slice beef; transfer all to freezer containers. Freeze for up to 3 months. To use, thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Place in a Dutch oven; heat through. Thin with beef broth if necessary. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 17g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 1336mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein.
SLOW-COOKER CAJUN POT ROAST WITH MAQUE CHOUX
Enjoy a stress-free dinner with this Cajun-style slow-cooked beef and vegetables.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 8h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place Slow Cooker Liner inside 5- to 6 1/2-quart slow cooker, making sure liner fits snugly against bottom and side of bowl, and pulling top of liner over rim of bowl.
- Rub entire surface of beef with Cajun seasoning; place in slow cooker. Top with corn, onion and bell pepper.
- In small bowl, mix tomatoes, pepper and pepper sauce. Pour over vegetables and beef.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
- Remove beef from slow cooker to cutting board; cut into thin slices. Using slotted spoon, remove corn mixture and serve with beef.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 440 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1/2 g
CAJUN PORK ROAST
My husband and I just love New Orleans-style foods, so any time I come across a Cajun recipe. I just have to try it. This is one of our favorite ways to prepare pork.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h35m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place roast in a shallow baking pan; cut 8-10 small slits in roast. Combine remaining ingredients; press into slits and over top of roast. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes. Cover and bake 1-3/4 hours longer or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 275mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 16g protein.
CROCK POT CAJUN POT ROAST
In the late 1960's I got this from a small Restaurant outside of Houma Louisiana. I remember I "oiled" the cook's vocal cords with a lot of cold Jax Beer to finesse the recipe out of him. About the only thing I've changed is re figuring it for the crock pot.
Provided by Pierre Dance
Categories Roast Beef
Time 7h30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Add tomatoes, stock, thyme, basil, red pepper flakes and bay leaf to the crock pot set on high; mix well.
- Mix cayenne, black pepper, and salt. Rub well into the roast.
- Heat a cast iron pan, add oil and brown meat on all sides. Add to crock pot.
- Sauté the vegetables in the drippings until tender. Add flour and cook for two minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add vegetables to the crock pot.
- Cover, reduce heat to low and cook 6-7 hours.
- Cut into serving size portions.
- Serve on a bed of rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 112.3, Sodium 406.3, Carbohydrate 10.4, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 1.8, Protein 38
CAJUN POT ROAST FOR THE CROCK POT
For a truly Cajun meal, serve this with cooked okra, but I'm not quite that Cajun so we just have this with green beans or another vegetable. Makes great sandwiches for left overs and can be frozen for 3 months with the sauce.
Provided by Jenn K.
Categories Roast Beef
Time 10h25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Trim fat from roast. Cut roast to fit in crock pot, if necessary. Rub Cajun seasoning all over meat. In large skillet brown meat on all sides in hot oil.
- In a 3 1/2 to 4 quart crock pot combine undrained tomatoes, onion, celery, tapioca, and garlic. Place meat on top of vegetable mixture.
- Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 10 to 12 hours or on high setting for 5 to 6 hours.
- Slice meat; serve with sauce over rice. Makes 6 servings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.5, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 99.8, Sodium 508.5, Carbohydrate 50.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 9.2, Protein 36
CAJUN ROASTED PORK LOIN
This wonderful roast creates an incredible sauce for drizzling over the meat. If you like it spicier add more cayenne.
Provided by Patti Terranova
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Time 2h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
- Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Stir in the cayenne, oregano, pepper, thyme, mustard, and garlic. Cook for 1 minute. Use a paring knife to make several small incisions in the fat side of the meat. Stuff the slits with the spice mix, and rub the remaining mix over the surface of the meat. Sprinkle the roast with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a roasting pan over medium heat. Put the roast in the pan, and surround with the carrots, red pepper, celery, and onion. Lightly salt and pepper the vegetables. Place roasting pan in preheated oven, and cook for 1 hour and 45 minutes. Increase the oven temperature to 425 degrees F, and cook for an additional 15 minutes to brown the meat. Cook until meat is 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Remove roast from pan, and let stand 10 minutes before slicing.
- Place the roasting pan, with the pan juices, over medium heat. Whisk the flour into the hot drippings, and cook for 3 minutes. Pour in the chicken stock and cook, whisking occasionally, for 6 minutes. Strain sauce, and serve with the sliced pork roast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 409.2 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Cholesterol 118.1 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 37.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 177.9 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
Tips:
- Sear the roast on all sides before braising. This will develop a rich, flavorful crust and help to keep the meat moist.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your pot roast. This will add flavor and nutrition to the dish.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and seasonings. Cajun cuisine is known for its bold flavors, so don't be afraid to add a little kick to your pot roast.
- Cook the pot roast until the meat is fall-apart tender. This will take at least 2-3 hours, but it's worth the wait.
- Serve the pot roast with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite side dish.
Conclusion:
Cajun-style pot roast is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The beef is braised in a flavorful sauce made with tomatoes, onions, peppers, and spices, and it is served with a variety of vegetables. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give Cajun-style pot roast a try.
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