Ingredients and Weight:
- Rice cooker, filled with 4 cups of water
- 1 pound (454g) live crawfish tails, cleaned and de-veined
- 1 cup of white long-grain rice, uncooked
- 1/2 cup of chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes (includes cleaning and de-veining the crawfish tails)
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes (in a rice cooker)
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty. Needs attention to cleaning and cooking process)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Clean and de-vein the crawfish tails, then rinse with water and set aside.
- In a rice cooker, add the water and bring it to a boil.
- Add the rice and stir lightly.
- Add the olive oil, green onions, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Place the crawfish tails on top of the rice mixture.
- Set the rice cooker to cook and let it finish its cycle. The rice should be tender and the crawfish cooked through.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on available information, actual nutrition facts may vary)
- Calories: 350 kcal (approx.)
- Fat: 12g (approx.)
- Carbohydrates: 40g (approx.)
- Protein: 25g (approx.)
Dish Characteristics:
- A rich and flavorful dish with a unique blend of seafood and rice.
- The crawfish tails add a savory element to the dish, making it perfect for seafood lovers.
- The rice is cooked to perfection, tender and full of flavor.
User Comments:
- "This dish was amazing! The combination of crawfish and rice was delicious."
- "I love the flavor of the crawfish in this dish. It's unique and really tasty."
- "The rice was cooked perfectly, and the dish was very filling."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to clean and de-vein the crawfish tails thoroughly to avoid any sandiness or unpleasant taste.
- Use a fresh rice cooker to ensure the best results. Old rice cookers may not cook the rice as well.
- Adjust the seasoning according to personal preference. Some may prefer more salt or pepper.