Crawfish Corn Soup
Dive into a comforting bowl of rich and flavorful Crawfish Corn Soup, where the bold tastes of the South meet creamy, soul-warming goodness. This hearty recipe combines succulent cooked crawfish tails with a medley of sweet corn, aromatic vegetables, and zesty Cajun seasoning to create the ultimate crowd-pleaser. A silky broth made with chicken stock, cream, and a touch of butter enhances the velvety texture, while fresh parsley and green onions add vibrant pops of color and freshness. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this one-pot soup comes together in under an hour and pairs beautifully with crusty bread or crackers. Whether you're embracing your Cajun cravings or seeking a cozy seafood dish, Crawfish Corn Soup is a standout favorite for all seasons.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium Bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 Celery stalks, finely chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 2 cups Whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 cup Cream-style corn
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 pound Crawfish tails, peeled and cooked
- 3 Green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well. Cook for 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Gradually whisk in the chicken broth to create a smooth base. Bring to a simmer.
Add the whole kernel corn, cream-style corn, and heavy cream. Stir to combine.
Stir in the crawfish tails, green onions, and parsley.
Season the soup with Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer gently for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers, and garnish with additional parsley or green onions if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.6 g | 178% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.8 g | 379% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 985 mg | 328% | |
| Sodium | 8203 mg | 357% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.4 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.4 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.0 g | ||
| Protein | 113.6 g | 227% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 519 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 4596 mg | 98% | |
*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.
