Description
Southern comfort meets Italian elegance in this creamy Crawfish Fettuccine, blending Gulf Coast flavors with rich pasta perfection. Cheesy, spicy, and irresistibly smooth, you’ll savor each luxurious bite of this Louisiana-inspired classic.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (16 ounces / 454 grams) pack fettuccine
- 1 lb (454 grams) frozen crawfish, thawed
- 4 oz (113 grams) Velveeta cheese, cubed
- ⅔ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
Dairy and Creamy Ingredients:
- ½ cup (113 grams) unsalted butter
- ¾ cup half and half
- ½ cup sour cream
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- ½ red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta according to package directions for perfectly cooked al dente noodles, then carefully drain and set aside for later incorporation.
- Initiate the flavor base by melting butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat, creating a rich cooking foundation.
- Introduce the aromatic vegetable trio of bell pepper, celery, and onion, sautéing until they become tender and translucent, releasing their natural sweetness.
- Infuse the mixture with minced garlic, allowing it to bloom and release its intense aromatics for a brief moment.
- Incorporate succulent crawfish into the vegetable medley, seasoning generously with Cajun spices and black pepper to elevate the dish’s bold flavor profile.
- Dust the mixture with flour, stirring thoroughly to create a smooth thickening agent for the upcoming sauce.
- Gently stream half and half into the pan, bringing the mixture to a delicate simmer while stirring consistently to prevent scorching.
- Melt in the creamy components – sour cream, Velveeta, and Parmesan – creating a luxuriously smooth and velvety sauce that coats the ingredients.
- Combine the prepared fettuccine with the rich crawfish sauce, tossing carefully to ensure every strand is lavishly covered.
- Garnish with fresh green onions and parsley, adding a burst of color and bright herbaceous notes to the final dish.
- Transfer immediately to serving plates, ensuring the creamy crawfish fettuccine is enjoyed at its peak temperature and flavor.
Notes
- Use low-sodium Cajun seasoning to control salt levels for health-conscious diners.
- Substitute lactose-free cheese and cream alternatives for those with dairy sensitivities.
- Enhance seafood flavor by briefly marinating crawfish in Cajun spices before cooking.
- Quick-freeze fresh crawfish to maintain texture and prevent overcooking during preparation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes18
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Cajun/Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg