"Crawfish Shrimp Etouffee" is an iconic dish from the vibrant city of New Orleans. This delectable dish combines the flavors of tender crawfish and juicy shrimp smothered in a rich, aromatic sauce. The etouffee base is typically made with a roux, a mixture of flour and butter or oil, which is cooked until it reaches a deep brown color. This roux is then combined with a flavorful broth, the seafood, and the "holy trinity" of Cajun and Creole cuisine: onions, celery, and bell peppers. The result is a hearty and comforting dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you are a seasoned chef or a home cook looking for a taste of Louisiana, this article will guide you through the steps to create an unforgettable Crawfish Shrimp Etouffee.
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PRUDHOMME'S SHRIMP OR CRAWFISH ETOUFFEE
I love Prudhomme's recipe but sometimes he uses a LOT of fat,I would use half the amount of butter,(or 1/4 lb) called for in this recipe. I make seafood broth by simmering crawfish or shrimp shells,onion,garlic,parsley and anchovy paste and enough water to cover for about an hour.Add a small bottle of clam juice and let it sit...
Provided by Leanne D.
Categories Seafood
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- 1. Peel the shrimp or crawfish and use the shells to make the stock.Combine the onions, celery and bell peppers in a bowl and set aside. Throughly combine the seasoning mix ingredients in a small bowl and set aside. Heat the oil in a large, heavy skillet (preferably cast iron) over high heat until it begins to smoke, about 4 minutes. Gradually whisk in the flour, stirring until smooth. Continue cooking, whisking constantly, until the roux is dark red-brown, about 3 to 5 minutes, being careful not to let it scorch or splash on your skin. Remove from the heat and immediately stir in the vegetables and 1 tablespoon of the seafood seasoning.with a wooden spoon. Continue stirring until cool, about 5 minutes. Bring 2 cups of the stock to a boil in a 2-quart saucepan over high heat. Add the roux by spoonfuls to the boiling stock, stirring until dissolved between each addition. Reduce the heat to low and cook, whisking almost constantly, until the flour taste is gone, about 2 minutes. If any of the mixture scorches, don't continue to scrape that part of the pan bottom. Remove from the heat and set aside.Melt 1 stick of the butter in a 4-quart saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the shrimp or crawfish and the green onions, and sauté, stirring almost constantly, for 1 minute. Add the remaining butter, the stock mixture and the remaining 1 cup stock. Cook, constantly shaking (versus stirring) the pan in a back-and-forth motion, until the butter melts and is mixed into the sauce, about 4 to 6 minutes. Add the remaining seafood seasoning , stir well, and remove from the heat. If the sauce starts to separate, add 2 tablespoons more stock or water and shake the pan until it combines. Serve immediately over the rice.
CRAWFISH & SHRIMP ETOUFFEE
A very rich hearty meal, I cook it occasionally for our supper club. Everyone really likes it. A lot of ingredients but really pretty easy to make. The roux either makes or breaks it.
Provided by Chef RHT IV
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h20m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a large pot or dutch oven with the butter & flour over medium heat make a medium brown roux.
- Add the onions, celery, bell pepper, bay leaves, salt, and cayenne & white peppers. Cook, stirring over medium high heat until onions, bell peppers & celery are soft, about 7 to 8 minutes.
- Add the garlic & thyme and stir well for about a minute or so.
- Add about 3/4 of the water and sherry & stir well.
- When the mixture comes to a boil add the rest of the water if needed. You want mixture to nearly coat a spoon.
- Add rotel, parsley, green onions & creole seasoning, simmer about 6 minutes until mixture thickens. Add shrimp & crawfish and simmer until seafood is done, until Shrimp curl & turn pink.
- Discard bay leaves & serve over steamed rice, garnish with parsley and green onions.
DAVID'S LOUISIANA SHRIMP/CRAWFISH ETOUFFEE
Etouffee is probably my favorite Cajun/Creole dish. I love both shrimp or crawfish they do have a different flavor when finished. If you buy crawfish make sure you get them with fat included, makes a world of difference. It doesn't matter if your etouffee comes out lighter than what I've posted, it's all good! Experiment and...
Provided by David Kuhlmann
Categories Seafood
Time 1h25m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Finish making your blonde roux (pictured) but no darker than this. Once you add the aromatics it will stop the roux from changing color further.
- 2. While roux is still hot and on med-high heat add all of the Holy Trinity (onions, celery, bell pepper) and garlic. Continue to cook until onions, celery and bell peppers are tender. It helps to sweat the aromatics if you sprinkle a few pinches of salt over the top of this before mixing it with a heavy wooden spoon.
- 3. Everything is now tender add 2 cups of stock and stir until smooth, then add two more cups of stock and bay leaves and stir until blended
- 4. Continue at a simmer for about minimum 30-45 minutes before adding your shrimp or crawfish. Cook another 10-15 minutes, now it's ready to serve.
- 5. Finished and ready to serve. You can either serve over rice, pasta of any shape even mashed potatoes. I like to either pour over rice or put a cup of rice on top in the center and garnish with fresh chopped parsley or chopped green onions Serve with fresh or hot french bread
EASY SHRIMP/CRAWFISH ETOUFFEE
This is the easiest etouffee recipe I've ever seen. Buy the shrimp or crawfish already peeled and deheaded to make your time in the kitchen even shorter. Plus, it tastes great!! I usually double the recipe and you can put as much red pepper as you like. You can use shrimp or crawfish. Enjoy.
Provided by Ellenkjl
Categories Stew
Time 45m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt margarine on low.
- Add celery and onions.
- Cook until tender.
- Stir occasionally.
- In a separate bowl, combine water, ketchup, salt, corn starch, and red pepper.
- Stir until dissolved.
- Add this mixture to celery and onions.
- Stir, cover, and cook on low for at least 20 minutes.
- Add shrimp and cook, covered for 15 minutes.
- Serve over rice.
CRAWFISH, SHRIMP AND LUMP CRABMEAT ETOUFFEE
Look for crawfish tails in the freezer section of your supermarket, or use 1 1/2 pounds shrimp and 1 1/2 pounds crab and omit the crawfish. Recipe courtesy of Tabasco guest chef Stanley Dry.
Provided by Ceezie
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Melt butter in a heavy pot over medium heat; add onions and celery and cook until softened, about 10 minutes.
- Whisk chicken broth and flour until smooth.
- Add to celery mixture.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until thickened, about 30 minutes.
- Add crawfish and cook 15 minutes.
- Add lemon juice, salt, cayenne and Tabasco.
- Add shrimp and cook until shrimp are cooked, about 5 minutes.
- Add crabmeat, green onions and parsley and cook 5 minutes.
- Serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.6, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 205.6, Sodium 857.5, Carbohydrate 28.5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.7, Protein 33
SHRIMP OR CRAWFISH ETOUFFEE
This recipe is fool proof and a great one to serve to company. Bon Appetit!
Provided by Denise Broussard
Categories Seafood
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Sauté onion and bell pepper in butter until soft. Add soup and tomatoes, stir well and let simmer for 10 minutes Add seafood, let simmer another 10 minutes Serve over rice with French bread
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh seafood, vegetables, and spices will make a big difference in the flavor of your étouffée.
- Don't overcook the seafood: Shrimp and crawfish cook quickly, so be careful not to overcook them or they will become tough.
- Make sure the roux is cooked properly: The roux is the base of the étouffée, so it's important to cook it until it is a rich, dark brown color.
- Add the vegetables at the right time: The vegetables should be added to the étouffée after the roux is cooked and the seafood is added last.
- Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
- Serve over rice: Étouffée is traditionally served over rice.
Conclusion:
Crawfish and shrimp étouffée is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. With its rich, flavorful sauce and tender seafood, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe, give crawfish and shrimp étouffée a try. You won't be disappointed.
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