Crawfish Pistolettes

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 14
Crispy and savory, Crawfish Pistolettes are perfect for a Cajun dinner party
in Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup butter
1 cup finely chopped onions
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped green onions
3 cloves garlic , minced
1 cup evaporated milk
1 package processed cheese , cubed
1/2 teaspoon butter
2 packages cooked and peeled whole crawfish tails
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
2 cups vegetable oil for frying
20 brown and serve pistolette rolls

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
20
Calories
441
Sugar
2g
Fat
34g
Crawfish Pistolettes are a popular Cajun appetizer that has been around for decades. They are made by combining a creamy crawfish filling with crispy, French-style rolls. This dish is a perfect appetizer for any Cajun dinner party or a special treat for your family and friends to enjoy at home. The creamy, savory filling, with a spicy kick, is a perfect match for the crispy texture of the bread.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat.
2.Add onions, green bell pepper, green onions, and garlic and stir until vegetables wilt.
3.Add evaporated milk and cubed processed cheese, stirring constantly until cheese is melted.
4.Add cooked crawfish tails, salt and pepper. Toss until mixed well and heated through. Add a dash of garlic powder and Cajun seasoning, and stir well.
5.Preheat oil in a deep-fryer to 325 degrees F.
6.Cut off the very tips of each pistolette roll. Using your fingers, gently pull out the soft bread inside each roll. (Don't puncture or tear the outside.)
7.Stuff the crawfish mixture into each roll until full but not overstuffed.
8.Place the rolls into the fryer, turning occasionally, until golden brown.
9.Place on paper towels to cool slightly before serving.

PROS

Crawfish Pistolettes are a delicious Cajun dish that is perfect for a dinner party or to enjoy at home.
They are crispy on the outside, savory and creamy on the inside, with a nice, spicy kick.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the deep-frying process.
It is not recommended for people who are on a low-fat or low-calorie diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Crawfish is a low-fat protein source and is rich in essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin B12, magnesium, and selenium. Consuming crawfish can help maintain good heart health and improve brain function. However, deep-fried food is not recommended for daily consumption.

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