Boiled Crawfish by Cajuncrawfish Com
Get ready to dive into the ultimate Louisiana feast with this bold and flavorful Boiled Crawfish recipe by Cajuncrawfish.com. Perfectly seasoned with a zesty mix of powdered crawfish boil seasoning, fresh lemons, aromatic garlic, and onions, this recipe transforms live crawfish into a show-stopping dish. Packed with hearty potatoes, sweet corn on the cob, and smoky sausage, this one-pot wonder is as delicious as it is satisfying. The crawfish are cooked to tender perfection before soaking in the spiced broth, ensuring maximum flavor in every bite. Serve it all with melted butter and optional seasoning for an authentic Cajun experience that’s perfect for gatherings or any special occasion. Whether you're hosting a backyard party or celebrating Crawfish Season, this recipe is a true taste of Louisiana!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 pounds live crawfish
- 10 gallons water
- 1 pound crawfish boil seasoning (powdered)
- 1 cup salt
- 8 pieces lemons, halved
- 6 pieces onions, halved
- 4 pieces garlic heads, halved
- 10 pieces potatoes
- 8 pieces corn on the cob, halved
- 2 pounds smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup additional seasoning (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the crawfish thoroughly in cold water, removing any debris or dirt, and discard any that are dead.
Fill a large boiling pot with 10 gallons of water and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat.
Add the crawfish boil seasoning, salt, halved lemons, onions, and garlic heads to the pot. Stir well and allow the mixture to simmer for 10 minutes to develop flavors.
Carefully add the potatoes to the boiling pot and cook for 15 minutes.
Next, add the corn on the cob and smoked sausage to the pot. Continue to boil for an additional 10 minutes.
Add the cleaned crawfish to the pot and stir to distribute them evenly. Cover the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the crawfish turn bright red.
Turn off the heat and let the crawfish soak in the seasoned water for an additional 15-20 minutes, allowing them to absorb the flavors.
Using a slotted basket or large strainer, remove the crawfish, vegetables, and sausage from the pot. Melt the unsalted butter and drizzle it over the boiled ingredients if desired.
Optionally, sprinkle additional seasoning over the crawfish for extra flavor before serving.
Serve the boiled crawfish, vegetables, and sausage on a large platter or tables lined with newspaper for an authentic Cajun experience. Enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
16384 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 478.1 g | 613% | |
| Saturated Fat | 175.8 g | 879% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11412 mg | 3804% | |
| Sodium | 176045 mg | 7654% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1277.3 g | 464% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 218.4 g | 780% | |
| Total Sugars | 246.7 g | ||
| Protein | 1610.4 g | 3221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 7720 mg | 594% | |
| Iron | 216.4 mg | 1202% | |
| Potassium | 46144 mg | 982% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
