Description
Crawfish Fettuccine is a rich, creamy pasta dish that combines the delicate flavor of crawfish with a velvety Alfredo sauce. This Southern classic is a perfect dish for seafood lovers and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. With a hint of Cajun seasoning and plenty of cheese, it’s an indulgent treat for any occasion! #CrawfishFettuccine #SeafoodPasta #SouthernCuisine #CajunRecipe #CreamyPasta #SeafoodLovers #AlfredoPasta
Ingredients
- Fettuccine pasta
- Unsalted butter
- Garlic, minced
- Crawfish tails (cooked and peeled)
- Heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese, grated
- Italian seasoning
- Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions, drain, and set aside, reserving a little pasta water for later.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the crawfish tails to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Let the cream simmer for 5-7 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to become smooth and creamy.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce, tossing gently to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- Serve the fettuccine hot, garnished with chopped green onions and fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your creamy, flavorful Crawfish Fettuccine!
Notes
- If you can’t find crawfish tails, you can substitute shrimp or lobster for a similar flavor profile.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or more Cajun seasoning to taste.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with a simple green salad or crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half or a combination of milk and cream instead of full heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 115mg