Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 pound

Potatoes

peeled, diced

4 tbsp

Butter

melted

1 pound

Crawfish Tails

cooked

1 tsp

Garlic

minced

1 tbsp

Chives

chopped

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 pinch

White Pepper

to taste

0.5 cup

Heavy Whipping Cream

warmed

Step 1
~2 min

Place the diced potatoes in a pot and cover with water.

Step 2
~2 min

Season the water with salt.

Step 3
~2 min

Bring the potatoes to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

Step 4
~2 min

Simmer until fork tender, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 5
~2 min

Drain the potatoes thoroughly.

Step 6
~2 min

Return the drained potatoes to the pot.

Step 7
~2 min

Cook over low heat for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to dehydrate.

Step 8
~2 min

Melt butter in a sauté pan.

Step 9
~2 min

Sauté the potatoes in the melted butter for 2 minutes.

Step 10
~2 min

Stir in minced garlic and chopped chives.

Step 11
~2 min

Season crawfish tails (assuming Essence = Cajun seasoning).

Step 12
~2 min

Mash the potatoes with remaining butter using a hand-held masher.

Step 13
~2 min

Fold in the seasoned crawfish tails and continue mashing.

Key Technique: Mashing
Step 14
~2 min

Add heavy cream until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 15
~2 min

Season the mashed potatoes with salt and white pepper to taste.

Step 16
~2 min

Optionally plate by spooning sauces on the bottom of the plate.

Step 17
~2 min

Swirl the two sauces together.

Step 18
~2 min

Mound the potatoes in the center of the sauce.

Step 19
~2 min

Lay the fish directly on top of the potatoes.

Step 20
~2 min

Garnish with fried herbs, parsley, and peppers.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use Yukon Gold potatoes for extra creaminess.

Don't overwork the potatoes when mashing, or they can become gluey.

Add a splash of milk or broth for even more moisture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled steak or fish.

Top with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled steak
Roasted chicken
Fried catfish

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Louisiana

Cultural Significance

Cajun cuisine staple.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Mardi Gras
Crawfish boils

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Holiday Meal
Weeknight Dinner

Popularity Score

60/100

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