The Best Crawfish Recipe!!

crawfish

🥗Healthier: shrimp

💰Cheaper: crab

Shrimp is a common substitute that offers a similar flavor profile.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

cajun seasoning

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: creole seasoning

Homemade blends can control sodium and spice levels.

green onions

🥗Healthier: chives

💰Cheaper: regular onions

Chives provide a similar flavor with fewer calories.

Order live crawfish from craancrawfish.com.

Receive live crawfish and remove them from the shipping cage.

Prepare the seasoning by using 1 bag of ultimate Cajun two-step seasoning.

Fill a pot with water and bring it to a boil.

Add the crabs to the boiling water and steam for 6 minutes, adding ice to prevent claws from falling off.

After 2 minutes, prepare the other ingredients: potatoes, sweet peppers, onion, garlic, and lemons.

Add the prepared ingredients to the pot with the crabs and seasoning.

Add the live crawfish to the pot, along with hot dogs and sausage.

Let the mixture sit for 30-40 minutes to soak in the flavors.

Serve the crawfish with a side of hot dogs on buns, and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens