Cheesy Cajun Crawfish Stuffed Pistolettes

Recipe Collection: Appetizer

Cajun Crawfish Cheese Bombs bring the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine to your table with crispy fried pistolette rolls filled with a rich, cheesy crawfish mixture. Perfect for parties or casual gatherings, these bites are a must-try for seafood lovers. The flavor profile is a harmonious blend of Cajun spices and melted cheese, making them ideal for appetizers or snacks. Easily accessible through the easyChef Pro App, you can find personalized recipe recommendations, AI-powered pantry tracking, and smart shopping lists to streamline your meal prep. Select this recipe today and enjoy step-by-step guidance to create these delicious bites!

Overview

Cheesy Cajun Crawfish Stuffed Pistolettes are a delightful fusion of crispy fried bread and a rich, creamy crawfish filling. This dish combines the savory flavors of Cajun seasoning with the creamy texture of melted cheese, making it a perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Shellfish, Gluten

Cuisine

Cajun

Serving Size: 20

Cooking Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients

• 0.25 Cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 Cup onions, minced
• 0.5 Cup green bell pepper, minced
• 0.25 Cup green onions, minced
• 3 Cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Cup evaporated milk
• 8 Ounces (oz) processed cheese, cubed
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) unsalted butter, melted
• 32 Ounces (oz) crawfish tails, peeled
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) Cajun seasoning
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) black pepper, ground
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) garlic powder
• 2 Cups vegetable oil
• 20 Whole pistolette rolls

Steps

1. Melt 0.25 cups of butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onions, bell pepper, green onions, and garlic. Cook and stir until the onions are softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in evaporated milk and bring to a simmer. Add the cubed cheese and stir until melted. Reduce heat to low and keep the sauce warm.
3. In a large skillet, melt 0.5 teaspoons of butter over medium heat. Add crawfish tails and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook and stir until the tails are hot and beginning to curl, about 3 to 5 minutes.
4. Stir the crawfish tails into the cheese sauce and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
6. Add pistolette rolls to the skillet and cook until golden brown on all sides. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to cool.
7. Once cool enough to handle, cut a slit in one end of each roll and create a pocket using the handle of a spoon.
8. Stuff each roll with the crawfish mixture and serve immediately.

Enjoy your delicious Cheesy Cajun Crawfish Stuffed Pistolettes!