Description
Crawfish Fettuccine is a decadent Cajun-inspired pasta dish featuring tender fettuccine noodles tossed in a rich, creamy sauce with succulent cooked crawfish tails. Enhanced with sautéed onion, bell pepper, garlic, and a touch of cayenne pepper, this flavorful recipe offers a perfect balance of creaminess and spice, making it an elegant and comforting meal for four.
Ingredients
Scale
pasta
- 1 lb fettuccine pasta
Seafood
- 1 lb cooked crawfish tails
Vegetables
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Dairy & Fat
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Spices & Seasonings
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and keep the pasta warm for later use.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic, sautéing until the vegetables are softened and fragrant, forming a flavorful base.
- Add Crawfish: Stir in the cooked crawfish tails and cook for 2-3 minutes just until heated through, ensuring the crawfish remains tender and juicy without overcooking.
- Create the Cream Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream, then add the grated Parmesan cheese and cayenne pepper. Stir well and simmer gently until the sauce slightly thickens, achieving a creamy consistency perfect for coating the pasta.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss thoroughly with the crawfish and cream sauce, ensuring all noodles are evenly coated.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Plate the pasta and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and freshness. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use cooked crawfish tails for convenience; fresh is ideal but requires cooking beforehand.
- You can adjust cayenne pepper to control the spiciness according to your preference.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream, but the sauce will be less rich.
- If fresh parsley is unavailable, dried parsley can be used, but fresh is recommended for best flavor.
- Serve with garlic bread or a simple green salad to complement the creamy pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Boiling
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/4 of the recipe)
- Calories: 630 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
Keywords: Crawfish Fettuccine, Cajun pasta dish, creamy crawfish pasta, spicy seafood pasta, Cajun cream sauce, fettuccine recipe, seafood pasta dishes
