Follow these steps for perfect results
unsalted butter
melted
onion
chopped
celery
finely chopped
green bell pepper
chopped
garlic cloves
minced
tomatoes
diced
crawfish tails
peeled
salt
ground black pepper
cajun seasoning
thyme
onion powder
white pepper
hot sauce
to taste
flour
fish stock
green onion
finely chopped
fresh parsley
chopped
rice
hot cooked
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add onion, celery, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet.
Stir constantly for 5 minutes, until softened.
Stir in crawfish, salt, black pepper, cajun seasoning, thyme, onion powder, white pepper, and hot sauce.
Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes to create a roux.
Gradually stir in fish or chicken stock.
Cook over low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened.
Stir in green onion and parsley.
Cook for 3 minutes.
Serve hot over cooked rice.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of hot sauce and cajun seasoning to your desired spice level.
Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made a day in advance
Serve hot over rice, garnish with parsley.
Serve with crusty bread.
Serve with a green salad.
Pairs well with the spiciness.
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