This Crawfish Bisque recipe is a traditional Southern dish that combines the flavors of spicy crawfish, creamy broth, and aromatic seasonings. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy night in, this comforting dish is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 lb cooked crawfish tails
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup celery, diced
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups seafood stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Directions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, celery, and bell pepper. Cook until vegetables are softened.
- Stir in flour and cook for 2-3 minutes to make a roux.
- Slowly whisk in seafood stock, heavy cream, and cayenne pepper.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add crawfish tails and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.