Cajun Crawfish Pasta with a Kick

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Cajun Crawfish Pasta with a Kick brings the bold flavors of Louisiana to your table. This pescatarian dish features tender crawfish tails enveloped in a rich, spicy sauce, perfect for those who love a little heat. With its creamy texture and vibrant ingredients, this Cajun/Creole recipe is ideal for festive gatherings or a cozy dinner at home.

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Overview

Dive into the rich and vibrant flavors of New Orleans with this Spicy Creamy Crawfish Pasta. This dish combines succulent crawfish tails with a luxurious cream sauce, infused with a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. Perfect for a special dinner or a festive gathering, this pasta dish is sure to impress with its bold flavors and creamy texture.

Diet Type

Pescatarian

Allergies

Dairy, Shellfish, Gluten

Cuisine

Cajun/Creole

Serving Size: 4

Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 16 Ounces (oz) package bow tie pasta
• 6 Tablespoons (tbsp) butter
• 1 Clove garlic, minced
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 Medium yellow onion, minced
• 1 Tablespoon red pepper flakes, divided
• 1 Pound crawfish tails
• 1 Quart heavy cream
• 1 Bunch green onions, minced
• 1 Cup provolone/mozzarella cheese blend, grated
• 1 Medium red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 Cup corn kernels, divided

Steps

1. Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the bow tie pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare Sauce Base: In a large, deep skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
3. Sauté Vegetables: Add the minced onion and half of the red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook until the onion becomes translucent. If using, add the sliced red bell pepper and corn kernels, and sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
4. Cook Crawfish: Stir in the crawfish tails and cook, stirring continuously, for 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer the crawfish and vegetables to a bowl, leaving as many onions as possible in the skillet.
5. Make Cream Sauce: Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the cream thickens slightly. Stir in the remaining red pepper flakes and the grated cheese blend, allowing it to melt and thicken the sauce further.
6. Combine and Serve: Return the crawfish and vegetables to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the creamy sauce. Simmer for an additional 2 to 3 minutes to meld the flavors.
7. Plate and Garnish: Serve the crawfish and sauce over the cooked pasta. Garnish generously with minced green onions for a fresh, vibrant finish.

Enjoy your homemade Cajun Crawfish Pasta with a Kick!