Description
Cajun crawfish fettuccine ignites culinary passion with spicy southern charm. Louisiana’s creamy pasta creation delivers hearty comfort that connects souls through rich, bold flavors embraced by hungry diners.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 2 lbs crawfish tail meat
Dairy and Cheese:
- 2 sticks (1/2 lb or 227 grams) butter
- 1/2 lb (227 grams) Velveeta cheese, cut into chunks
- 1/2 cups sour cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Pasta and Vegetables:
- 2 packages (1 lb or 454 grams) fettuccine pasta
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 large white onions, chopped
- 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
Seasonings and Other Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- pinch of Duck Commander Cajun Seasoning or other Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 can (10.75 ounces or 305 grams) cream of mushroom soup
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Bring a generously salted water basin to a rolling boil and immerse the fettuccine, cooking until perfectly al dente. Tenderly drain and reserve the pasta, allowing it to rest momentarily.
- Select a robust Dutch oven and gently transform butter into a silky liquid over moderate flame.
- Introduce a vibrant medley of diced bell peppers, crisp celery, aromatic onions, and minced garlic. Sauté the vegetable ensemble, encouraging them to soften and release their inherent flavors, approximately 12-15 minutes.
- Sprinkle an invigorating blend of ground pepper, robust Cajun seasoning, and freshly chopped parsley across the vegetable landscape.
- Delicately fold the succulent crawfish into the mixture, allowing them to dance and warm through for 4-5 minutes, absorbing the surrounding herbal notes.
- Dust the surface with a light veil of flour, stirring attentively to create a subtle thickening base.
- Stream in the creamy soup, luxurious Velveeta, tangy sour cream, and nutty Parmesan. Introduce the reserved pasta, seasoning with salt to harmonize the flavors.
- Gently amalgamate all components, encouraging the cheeses to melt into a luscious, cohesive sauce.
- Ladle the steaming creation onto awaiting plates, accompanied by a rustic slice of crusty French bread for an authentic Louisiana experience.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting Cajun seasoning for mild or extra spicy preferences.
- Swap crawfish with shrimp or chicken for alternative protein options that maintain the dish’s rich flavor profile.
- Use gluten-free pasta and flour to transform this recipe into a celiac-friendly meal without compromising taste.
- Choose low-fat cheese and sour cream variations to create a lighter version while preserving the creamy Cajun essence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 675
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 23 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 63 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg