Crawfish Monica
Indulge in the rich, creamy decadence of Crawfish Monica, a beloved Louisiana classic that's loaded with bold Cajun flavors and perfect for seafood lovers. This irresistible pasta dish features tender, succulent crawfish tails enveloped in a luscious sauce made from heavy cream, butter, and Parmesan cheese, seasoned to perfection with Cajun spices and a hint of paprika for a smoky kick. Tossed with perfectly cooked fettuccine or linguine, Crawfish Monica is comfort food at its finest, offering a symphony of savory, spicy, and creamy notes in every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes and garnished with vibrant green onions, this one-pot wonder is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for Mardi Gras celebrations, date nights, or a weeknight dinner that feels extra special. Give your taste buds a true taste of New Orleans with this easy-to-make yet utterly gourmet recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 pound cooked crawfish tails, peeled
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 4 stalks green onions, sliced
- 1 pound fettuccine or linguine pasta
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
Season the cream mixture with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper to taste.
Add the crawfish tails to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until heated through.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens slightly.
Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with the sauce, ensuring that the noodles are fully coated. If the sauce is too thick, thin it out with the reserved pasta water, a little at a time.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately. Enjoy your Crawfish Monica!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3987 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 291.0 g | 373% | |
| Saturated Fat | 170.1 g | 850% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1422 mg | 474% | |
| Sodium | 8974 mg | 390% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.3 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 138.5 g | 277% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1342 mg | 103% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 1878 mg | 40% | |
*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.
