Courtney’s Crawfish Chowder

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 2
Creamy and Flavorful Courtney's Crawfish Chowder Recipe
in Soup

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups finely diced potatoes
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup butter
5 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 cup water , or as needed
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups half-and-half
4 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 package cooked and peeled whole crawfish tails

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
450
Sugar
8g
Fat
33g
Courtney's Crawfish Chowder is a southern-style, rich and creamy recipe that blends tender potatoes, crunchy celery and onion, and juicy crawfish tails into a warm soup that will warm your heart and soul. Typically enjoyed during the colder months, this recipe is perfect for families, especially those who love seafood, and can be served as a starter or a main dish. The smell of fresh herbs and the mixture of delicate flavors will make you crave this soup every time you want something comforting and warm for dinner. This soup is a party on your taste buds and is sure to leave everyone licking their plates!

Instructions

1.In a large pot, boil potatoes, celery and onion with bay leaves, thyme, butter and water until the potatoes are tender.
2.In another pot, melt the remaining butter, mix in flour and gradually add half and half whisking constantly until mixture thickens.
3.Add the pot with the cooked vegetables and crawfish tails to the mixture.
4.Season with Cajun seasoning, salt and pepper.
5.Simmer for about 10 minutes or until the flavors combine.
6.Serve.
7.

PROS

Courtney’s Crawfish Chowder has a fantastic taste and aroma, is creamy and satisfying for cold days.
It’s also an excellent source of protein and healthy fats from crawfish, which are low in calories.

CONS

The high-fat content of half and half and butter makes this dish high in calories.
Therefore, it should be consumed in moderation, especially for those who want to shed weight.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Crawfish is an excellent source of protein, Omega-3, and Omega-6 fatty acids, which promote heart health, maintain blood sugar levels, reduce inflammation, and provide essential nutrients to the body. Additionally, the thyme present in the recipe has several health benefits, which include reducing respiratory infections, aiding digestion, and boosting the immune system.

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