Best 3 Joes Spicy 40lb Bag Boiled Crawfish With Fixins Recipes

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Get ready to savor the bold flavors of Louisiana with "Joe's Spicy 40lb Bag Boiled Crawfish with Fixins"! In this comprehensive guide, we'll embark on a culinary journey, exploring the secrets behind cooking this iconic Cajun delicacy. From selecting the freshest crawfish to mastering the art of the perfect boil, we'll provide you with step-by-step instructions and insider tips to create an unforgettable feast that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the heart of the bayou.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

JOE'S SPICY 40LB BAG BOILED CRAWFISH WITH FIXIN'S



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Make and share this Joe's Spicy 40lb Bag Boiled Crawfish With Fixin's recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Teer

Categories     Crawfish

Time 1h30m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

40 lbs purged live crawfish
1 (4 ounce) bottle liquid zatarain's crab boil
1 lb tones cayenne pepper
6 whole leaf bay leaves
1/2 cup butter
0.5 (26 ounce) box salt
24 new potatoes (small)
24 ears corn (small)
2 (10 ounce) packages mushrooms
6 heads garlic (Cut top of pod off)
6 lemons (cut into wedges)
2 onions
1 (17 ounce) jar tony chachere's original seasoning
1 (10 lb) bag ice

Steps:

  • PURGE CRAWFISH.
  • First thing is to purge crawfish in a separate tub. to do this you simply dump the crawfish in a wash tub or something of size,fill with water over top of crawfish,and then sprinkle a box of salt all over them. Let crawfish set in the salt water for amount of time it takes to get water boiling in stock pot. Then drain & rinse them real good before adding to the pot. (Note: follow below directions before adding crawfish to pot.).
  • DIRECTIONS.
  • Fill 100 quart stock pot a lil over half full of water. Add crab boil, cayenne pepper, bay leaves, butter, lemons and salt. Bring to a boil for 10 minutes.
  • Add potatoes, corn, onion, mushrooms, and cut garlic pods. Boil another 10 minutes Add crawfish, bring back to a boil for about 5 minutes.
  • Cut fire, put in 1 bag of ice and immediately cover pot with lid. Let soak 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Drain, throw crawfish in drink box. Sprinkle Tony Chachere's, shake box to mix. Sprinkle and mix until you see spice's on the crawfish good. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2217.4, Fat 40.7, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 2090.6, Sodium 13616.8, Carbohydrate 185.8, Fiber 32.9, Sugar 17.2, Protein 292.1

CRAWFISH BOIL RECIPE FOR 40 TO 45 POUNDS OF CRAWFISH



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield about 40 pounds, 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 sticks unsalted butter
1 (4.5 pound) bag Crawfish Crab and Shrimp Boil
5 pounds of #1 red potatoes, cleaned but not peeled
40 to 45 pounds live crawfish, cleaned
24 ears of corn, shucked and cut into halves

Steps:

  • Leaving the crawfish in the broth for a longer time results in more spiciness. Sprinkling additional spice mixture on the crawfish after draining also will increase the spiciness.
  • Crawfish Crab and Shrimp Boil: There are many manufacturers to choose from. This is a spice blend of salt, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, and additional spices. Typically a bag of spice mix costs about $5.00. The brand used for the show was Lousiana Fish Fry Products Crawfish Crab and Shrimp Boil.
  • Instructions:
  • Place the cooking pot with its basket on the propane burner and fill with 11 gallons of water, about halfway. This should be about the right amount of water to protect against spillage when the potatoes or crawfish are added later. Add the 2 sticks of butter and 2/3 of the bag of Crawfish Crab and Shrimp Boil, and the 5 pounds of red potatoes. Cover and bring to a boil. Cook potatoes for 15 minutes and, while the potatoes are cooking, rinse the crawfish.
  • Place the bag of crawfish in 1 of the coolers, or, on the ground and hose down the bag until the water runs clear, about 5 minutes. Open the bag and pour the live crawfish into 1 of the coolers. With the drain of the cooler open, continue to rinse the crawfish for 5 minutes or until the water runs clear.
  • After the potatoes have cooked for 15 minutes, add the corn and continue cooking the corn and the potatoes for 15 minutes more. Remove a potato and test for doneness, continuing to cook, if needed. Remove the basket and dump the corn and potatoes into 1 of the coolers. Close the cooler in order to keep the corn and potatoes warm.
  • Pour the crawfish into the cooking basket and lower the basket into the pot. Bring to a boil and cook the crawfish for 15 minutes. Turn the heat off and allow the crawfish to simmer in the liquid for an additional 15 minutes.
  • Remove the crawfish and serve with the potatoes and corn. Traditionally, the crawfish is dumped onto a newspaper covered table (we used a door on 2 sawhorses). Additional spice mix can be sprinkled on the crawfish, if desired.
  • Variation: Some cooks add 1 to 2 pounds of sweet onions, peeled and cut in wedges, and/or the juice from 1 dozen lemons to the cooking liquid.
  • Variation: With proper ventilation, several pounds of shrimp could be cooked with approximately 1/2 to 1 cup of the spice mixture indoors. However, without proper ventilation the spice mixture fumes will overwhelm the typical house.

OLD-FASHIONED CRAWFISH BOIL



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Boiling crawfish is an art - something that quickly becomes apparent to anyone who's watched a cook prepare the cooking liquid. This recipe has been modified for ease of preparation at home. Most Cajuns have a strong opinion about what should or should not go into the pot. Use this recipe as a guide and modify it to your own tastes - more vegetables or less, spicier or not. And remember, when live crawfish in the shell are not in season, you may simply substitute shrimp.

Categories     Potato     Shellfish     Mardi Gras     Lemon     Spice     Corn     Spring     Family Reunion     Boil

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 gallon water
2 3-ounce packages crab boil
1/4 cup salt
1/4 cup hot sauce
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
1 1/2 pounds small red potatoes
6 small onions, peeled
4 - 6 ears corn, halved
1 bell pepper, coarsely chopped
2 stalks celery, coarsely chopped
1 head garlic, halved
3 large lemons, halved
5 pounds live crawfish, rinsed and purged in salt water

Steps:

  • In very large pot over high heat bring water, crab boil, salt, hot sauce, and cayenne pepper to a boil. Add potatoes, onions, corn, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Reduce heat to simmer; cover and cook until vegetables are barely tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Squeeze lemons over pot, add lemons and crawfish, and stir to combine. Cover and return mixture to the boil. Cook until shells turn bright red, about 8 minutes. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use fresh crawfish: Fresh crawfish have a sweeter, more delicate flavor than frozen crawfish. If you can't find fresh crawfish, frozen crawfish can be used, but they should be thawed completely before cooking.
  • Purge the crawfish: Purging the crawfish helps to remove any impurities and grit from their digestive tracts. To purge the crawfish, place them in a large pot or container filled with cold water and salt. Let them soak for 30 minutes to an hour, then drain the water and rinse the crawfish thoroughly.
  • Use a large pot: You'll need a large pot to boil the crawfish in. A 10-gallon pot is ideal, but you can use a smaller pot if necessary. Just be sure that the pot is large enough to hold all of the crawfish and water.
  • Season the water: The water you boil the crawfish in should be well-seasoned. Use a combination of salt, garlic, onions, celery, and cayenne pepper. You can also add other spices, such as bay leaves, thyme, and oregano.
  • Boil the crawfish for the proper amount of time: The amount of time you boil the crawfish will depend on their size. Small crawfish should be boiled for 3-4 minutes, while large crawfish should be boiled for 5-6 minutes. Overcooking the crawfish will make them tough and chewy.
  • Serve the crawfish hot: Crawfish are best served hot. Serve them with melted butter, lemon wedges, and your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Crawfish is a delicious and easy-to-cook seafood dish that is perfect for a party or gathering. By following these tips, you can cook delicious, flavorful crawfish that your friends and family will love. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish, give crawfish a try!

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