Crawfish Boulettes

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 8
Crispy and flavorful Crawfish Boulettes recipe
in Seafood

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package cooked and peeled whole crawfish tails
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped celery
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
5 slices stale white bread , torn into pieces
1 egg
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
2 quarts vegetable oil for frying
1 1/2 cups dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
327
Sugar
2g
Fat
23g
Crawfish Boulettes are a popular Cajun appetizer made with crawfish tails, vegetables, and spices. They are typically deep-fried and served hot with a dipping sauce. The combination of flavors and textures makes these boulettes a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Whether you're looking to impress your guests or just treat yourself to a tasty snack, Crawfish Boulettes are a great choice.

Instructions

1.In a food processor, pulse together the crawfish tails, onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until finely chopped.
2.Add the bread, egg, salt, pepper, Cajun seasoning, parsley, and green onions and pulse until combined.
3.Form the mixture into 1-inch balls.
4.Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot to 375 degrees F.
5.Put the bread crumbs and Cajun seasoning in a shallow dish.
6.Roll the balls in the bread crumb mixture to coat.
7.Fry the balls in batches until golden brown, about 3 minutes per batch.
8.Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
9.Serve the Crawfish Boulettes hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

PROS

These Crawfish Boulettes are crispy, flavorful, and easy to make.
They are a great appetizer for any occasion and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.

CONS

Fried foods are high in calories and fat, so these Crawfish Boulettes should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Crawfish is a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. It is low in calories, fat, and carbohydrates. The vegetables in this recipe also provide essential nutrients and fiber. However, the frying process adds calories and fat, so these Crawfish Boulettes should be enjoyed in moderation.

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