Grilled Crawfish with Spicy Tarragon Butter

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   Cook's Note: Select designates 12 to 15 crawfish per pound; True Select designates 12 crawfish or less per pound.

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   Add the crawfish to a large pot of salted boiling water.

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   Cook for about 30 seconds.

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   Shock the crawfish in a bowl filled with ice water.

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   Cut through the shell on the belly side the entire length of the crawfish.

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   This will help the meat cook evenly.

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   Remove the vein along the body as well as the sack behind the eyes.

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   Rinse thoroughly.

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   Combine the butter, hot sauce, tarragon and cayenne in a food processor.

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    Process until smooth.

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    Season with salt and pepper.

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    Prepare a charcoal grill for direct grilling.

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    Place the crawfish in a grill basket and grill until the shell turns bright red and the meat is opaque, about 5 minutes, shaking the grill basket occasionally.

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    Meanwhile, melt the spicy tarragon butter in a saucepan or skillet.

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    Remove the crawfish to a large platter or shallow bowl, season with salt and pepper and drizzle with the melted butter.

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    Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.