Crawfish Cornbread
Crawfish cornbread is a delicious and savory dish that combines the flavors of crawfish and cornbread into a delightful treat. This recipe is perfect for a special occasion or just a cozy night in.
Ingredients
- 1 pound crawfish tails
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and cayenne pepper.
- In a separate bowl, mix the milk and vegetable oil.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Fold in the crawfish tails, onion, bell pepper, garlic, and cheddar cheese.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9x9 inch baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cornbread cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 15g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
9x9 inch baking dish Mixing bowls Measuring cups and spoons
Tools
Oven Mixing spoon Knife
Serving suggestions
Serve the crawfish cornbread with a side of coleslaw and a cold glass of sweet tea for a classic Southern meal.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, add some chopped jalapeños to the cornbread batter.
Cost
$20