Crawfish and Cream over Pasta

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 13
Rich and Creamy Crawfish and Cream Pasta with a Spicy Kick
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb fettuccine pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup chopped yellow onion
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons essence seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 cups heavy cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 lb crawfish tail
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves
1 tablespoon dried thyme

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
1070
Sugar
7g
Fat
64g
Crawfish and Cream over Pasta is an amazing seafood recipe that attracts people who love delicate and comforting pasta dishes. This dish combines the tanginess of crawfish tails with the richness of heavy cream and spices such as paprika and chilli powder. The pasta provides the perfect base to absorb the delicious sauce, making it irresistible. The dish is perfect for special occasions or when you want to satisfy a seafood craving.

Instructions

1.Cook and drain fettuccine pasta according to package directions.
2.In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, essence seasoning, salt, and cayenne.
3.Cook until onions are soft and translucent.
4.Add white wine to the skillet and stir for 1 minute.
5.Add heavy cream, 2 tablespoons of paprika, and fresh lemon juice. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
6.Add crawfish tails and continue to stir until crawfish are cooked through.
7.Add chopped green onion and parsley leaves, and stir well.
8.Gradually add grated parmesan cheese, stirring until completely melted.
9.Remove from heat and serve Crawfish and Cream over the fettuccine pasta that was previously cooked.

PROS

This dish is creamy, tasty, and packed with flavors.

It is perfect for seafood lovers who enjoy a little bit of spiciness in their meals.

The dish is easy to prepare and can be quickly made at home.

CONS

Crawfish are not available in some areas, making it difficult to find some of the key ingredients.

This dish is high in calories and fat, making it unsuitable for individuals on a low-calorie or low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Crawfish is an excellent source of protein and is low in fat and calories.
It is also rich in essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin B12, iron, and selenium.
Cardiovascular health can be improved with the help of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids found in olive oil.

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