Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 pounds Crawfish tails (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup Rice (uncooked)
- 1 stick Butter (unsalted)
- 1/2 cup Onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic (chopped)
- 1/4 cup Green bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (or more, depending on preference)
- Salt and Black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons Parsley (chopped, for decoration)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the rice. Simmer until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Set aside.
- In a large frying pan, melt the butter and add the chopped onions, garlic, and bell peppers. Sauté until the onions are translucent.
- Add the crawfish tails and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until they turn bright orange in color.
- Add the cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to taste. Stir well.
- Add the cooked rice to the pan and mix well with the crawfish mixture. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that these values may vary depending on the exact ingredients used)
- Calories: Approximately 500 per serving (without considering other additions such as beverages)
- Fat: Moderate (depending on butter amount used)
- Carbohydrates: High due to rice content
- Protein: High due to crawfish content
Dish Characteristics:
- A traditional Louisiana dish, rich in flavor and texture.
- The dish is hearty and full of seafood goodness.
- The use of cayenne pepper gives it a unique spicy kick.
User Comments:
- "This dish was amazing! The crawfish were fresh and the flavors were perfect."
- "I love the combination of seafood and rice in this dish. It's a great way to enjoy crawfish."
- "The cayenne pepper added a nice kick to the dish. I'll definitely make this again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh or frozen crawfish tails for best results. If using frozen, make sure they are fully thawed before cooking.
- Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper according to your preference for spice level.
- This dish pairs well with a glass of white wine or a cold beer. Enjoy!
