Crawfish Potato Soup Recipe

Name: Crawfish Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 slices bacon; 1 onion, chopped; 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 2 stalks celery, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 5 cups diced red potatoes; 1 cup grated carrot; 1 pound crawfish tails; 3 cups chicken broth; 1 quart half-and-half cream; salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

3 slices bacon
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic
5 cups diced red potatoes
1 cup grated carrot
1 pound crawfish tails
3 cups chicken broth
1 quart half-and-half cream
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

1
Place the bacon into a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook until crisp, turning as needed. Crumble, and return to the pot.
2
Reduce the heat to medium, and add the onion, green pepper, red pepper, celery. and garlic. Cook and stir until the onion is transparent, and the peppers are soft. Add the crawfish, and cook until the liquid evaporates, and the crawfish begin to brown. Remove the contents of the pot, and set aside.
3
Pour the chicken broth into the pot, and add the potatoes. If the chicken broth does not cover the potatoes, add enough water to compensate. Bring to a boil, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are soft. Add the carrots, and cook for about 8 more minutes.
4
Reduce the heat to low, and return the vegetables and crawfish to the pot. Stir in the half-and-half, and heat through. Do not boil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and garnish with Cheddar cheese to serve.

919

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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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

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 slices bacon, 1 onion, chopped, 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped, 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped, and more.

Yes, Crawfish Potato Soup 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 Potato Soup

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