Crawfish and Cream over Pasta Recipe

Name: Crawfish and Cream over Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb fettuccine pasta; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 cup chopped yellow onion; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 2 teaspoons essence seasoning; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon cayenne; ¼ cup dry white wine; 2 cups heavy cream; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 lb crawfish tail; ½ cup chopped green onion; ½ cup chopped fresh parsley leaves; 1 cup grated parmesan cheese; 2 ½ tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves; 1 tablespoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

1 lb fettuccine pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup chopped yellow onion
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons essence seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon cayenne
¼ cup dry white wine
2 cups heavy cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 lb crawfish tail
½ cup chopped green onion
½ cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 ½ tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves
1 tablespoon dried thyme

1
Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, about 8 minutes.
2
Drain, reserving 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid.
3
Return to the pot and toss with the olive oil and reserved cooking liquid.
4
Cover to keep warm.
5
In a large saute pan or skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
6
Add the onions and cook, stirring, until soft, about 5 minutes.
7
Add the garlic, Essence, salt, and cayenne, and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
8
Add the white wine and cook over high heat until nearly all evaporated.
9
Add the cream lemon juice and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly reduced.
10
Add the crawfish tails and cook, stirring, to warm through.
11
Add the onions and parsley and cook for 1 minute.
12
Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat with the sauce.
13
Cook until the pasta is warmed through, about 1 minute.
14
Remove from the heat and add 1/2 cup of the cheese.
15
Turn out into a serving bowl and top with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese.
16
Serve.

1270

kcal

Calories

Fat

113

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb fettuccine pasta, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 cup chopped yellow onion, and more.

Yes, Crawfish and Cream over Pasta falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Crawfish and Cream over Pasta

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