Learn to make crawfish etouffee, the popular Cajun dish that is loaded with flavor. Easy steps, simple ingredients, and the perfect comfort food dinner.
Add the butter and the large skillet and place it over medium heat. Once melted, add the flour and stir together until a roux is made.
Add the celery, peppers, and onion, and mix into the roux. Add the broth, water, bay leaf, Cajun seasoning, and cayenne pepper. Bring everything to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer. After 5 minutes, add the crawfish and cook everything together for 5-10 minutes, or until the etouffee has thickened.
Remove off the heat and serve immediately.
Notes
TO STORE: Place leftovers in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. TO FREEZE: Place the cooked and cooled leftovers in a shallow container and store them in the freezer for up to 6 months. TO REHEAT: Either reheat in the microwave for 30-40 seconds or in a non-stick skillet.