Cajun Crawfish Tacos
Experience the vibrant flavors of the South with these Cajun Crawfish Tacos. Bursting with spices and fresh vegetables, this recipe combines tender crawfish and savory sausage, all wrapped in warm tortillas. The zesty lemon and aromatic herbs perfectly complement the ingredients, making every bite a delightful taste of New Orleans. Perfect for gatherings or a flavorful weeknight dinner!
ingredients
- 1 tsp. olive oil
- 2 small red potatoes, diced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 4 oz. mushrooms, sliced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp. paprika
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 1/4 tsp. dried thyme
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 bay leaf
- 8 oz. crawfish, cooked and peeled
- 4 oz. cooked sausage, sliced
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 3 green onions, diced
- 8 tortillas
steps
- 1.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- 2.
Add diced potatoes, onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, and celery; sauté for 5 minutes.
- 3.
Incorporate minced garlic, paprika, salt, cayenne pepper, and thyme; stir for 30 seconds.
- 4.
Pour in water and add bay leaf; bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- 5.
Simmer for about 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6.
Stir in crawfish and sliced sausage, mixing well to combine.
- 7.
Continue to simmer for another 5-10 minutes until most of the water has been absorbed.
- 8.
Remove bay leaf, then squeeze in juice from 1/2 lemon.
- 9.
Take off heat and serve mixture in tortillas, garnished with lemon slices and diced green onions.
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