Cajun Crab And Shrimp Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Cajun Crab And Shrimp Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) box cooked macaroni noodles; 3 lbs medium unshelled shrimp; 1 lb of real crabmeat (claw or lump); 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion; 1 cup mayonnaise; 1 cup sour cream; 1 tablespoon spicy mustard; 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine; 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning; 1 tablespoon Accent seasoning; 1 tablespoon Mrs. Dash seasoning mix; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 cup sweet relish; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Servings: persons

1 (16 ounce) box cooked macaroni noodles
3 lbs medium unshelled shrimp
1 lb of real crabmeat (claw or lump)
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon spicy mustard
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon Accent seasoning
1 tablespoon Mrs. Dash seasoning mix
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 cup sweet relish
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 teaspoon garlic powder

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1. Melt stick of butter in a saute pan and add garlic to taste.
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2. Saute the shrimp over medium heat until no longer pink and add the cajun seasoning to taste. Remove from heat. Then add the crab meat, Mix well and set aside.
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3. Add cooked pasta to a large mixing bowl along with chopped onion and mayo and sour cream.
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Now add, Onion powder, Garlic powder, Accent, Mrs. Dash and Sweet Relish and mix well. ALL SPICES ARE TO TASTE. DO NOT ADD ANY SALT TO PASTA MIX AS THE MEAT WILL ADD SALT.
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Add the meat mixture to the pasta mixture and mix well. If you. Eed to add more MAYO do no now.
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Transfer to a serving bowl and top with Cayenne pepper. Chill 2-3 hours and serve cold.

1168

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16 ounce) box cooked macaroni noodles, 3 lbs medium unshelled shrimp, 1 lb of real crabmeat (claw or lump), 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, and more.

Yes, Cajun Crab And Shrimp Pasta Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cajun Crab And Shrimp Pasta Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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