Crawfish Bread Recipe Made With Louisiana Seafood
This Crawfish Bread is a cheesy, creamy delight! Baked in a crusty French loaf, it's a must-try for seafood lovers!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups peeled crawfish tails Fresh or frozen, well-drained
- 1 loaf French bread Good quality loaf
- 1/2 stick butter For sautéing
- 1/2 cup diced onion Adds sweetness
- 1/2 cup diced celery Provides crunch
- 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper For color
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic Enhances flavor
- 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard Adds tanginess
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise Creates creaminess
- 1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese For gooeyness
- 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese Adds sharpness
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, diced celery, diced red bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in the crawfish tails and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed mixture with dry mustard, mayonnaise, mozzarella cheese, and cheddar cheese. Mix well.
- Slice the French bread in half lengthwise and hollow out the center of each half.
- Spread the crawfish filling evenly between the two halves of the French bread.
- Place the filled bread halves on a baking sheet and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until golden.
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, slice into portions, and serve warm.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Sharp knife
- Baking Sheet
- Oven
Notes
- For gluten-free, substitute with gluten-free bread.
- For dairy-free, use dairy-free mayonnaise and cheese.
- For added spice, include diced jalapeños or hot sauce.