Creamy Crawfish Fettuccine Recipe

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Creamy Crawfish Fettuccine Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 09, 2024

Indulge in a creamy and flavorful Cajun-inspired dish with this Crawfish Fettuccine recipe. Perfect for seafood lovers, this dish combines tender crawfish with rich cream sauce, served over a bed of fettuccine noodles.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fettuccine noodles
  • 1 pound crawfish tails, peeled
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Directions

  1. Cook fettuccine noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook until vegetables are softened.
  3. Add crawfish tails to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, until heated through.
  4. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, until sauce thickens.
  5. Add cooked fettuccine noodles to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Crawfish are freshwater crustaceans that are similar to mini lobsters.
  • Cajun cuisine is known for its bold flavors and use of spices.
  • Fettuccine is a popular pasta shape that pairs well with creamy sauces.