Creole Seafood Etouffee
Creole Seafood Etouffee is a classic Louisiana dish that is sure to satisfy your cravings for seafood and spice. This dish is a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will leave you wanting more. To make this delicious dish, you will need the following ingredients:
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cups seafood stock
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound crawfish tails
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Cooked rice, for serving
To start, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the flour and stir constantly until the mixture turns a dark brown color, about 10-15 minutes. Add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic to the skillet and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
Next, add the salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika, thyme, and oregano to the skillet and stir to combine. Slowly pour in the seafood stock, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Add the shrimp and crawfish tails to the skillet and cook until the seafood is pink and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the parsley and green onions and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Serve the Creole Seafood Etouffee over cooked rice and enjoy the delicious flavors of Louisiana cuisine.
This dish is a perfect combination of spicy and savory flavors that will leave your taste buds tingling. The shrimp and crawfish add a delicious seafood flavor that is perfectly complemented by the spices and vegetables. The appearance of this dish is a beautiful blend of colors and textures, with the bright green parsley and green onions adding a pop of color to the rich brown sauce. Overall, this Creole Seafood Etouffee is a must-try dish for anyone who loves seafood and spicy flavors.
Type: Seafood Stew
Main Ingredients: Shrimp, Crawfish, Rice
