Sauteed Spicy Crawfish Recipe

Name: Sauteed Spicy Crawfish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cup cooked white rice; 1 lb peeled crawfish tails; 1/2 cup chopped green onions (tops only); 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1 stick butter; 1 tsp minced garlic; 1 tsp tabasco sauce; 1 tsp white pepper; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper; 1/2 tsp dried sweet basil leaves; 1/4 tsp dry mustard

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cup cooked white rice
1 lb peeled crawfish tails
1/2 cup chopped green onions (tops only)
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 stick butter
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp tabasco sauce
1 tsp white pepper
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp dried sweet basil leaves
1/4 tsp dry mustard

1
Combine salt, pepper, cayenne, dry mustard, and basil in a bowl and set aside.
2
Place butter, onions, and garlic in a large deep skillet.
3
Saute 1 minute on high.
4
Add crawfish, Tabasco, and seasoning mix.
5
Saute for approximately 3-4 minutes.
6
Stirring occasionally.
7
Slowly add chicken stock while moving pan back and forth on burner.
8
Cook over high heat for another 5-6 minutes.
9
Stirring occasionally.
10
Serve immediately over rice.

517

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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.

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: 1 1/2 cup cooked white rice, 1 lb peeled crawfish tails, 1/2 cup chopped green onions (tops only), 1/2 cup chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Sauteed Spicy Crawfish 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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Sauteed Spicy Crawfish

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