Y’all, let me tell you about a mouthwatering Louisiana dish that’ll have your family fighting over seconds! This Cajun Seafood Étouffée is absolutely everything – it’s rich, creamy, and packed with so much flavor that it’ll make your taste buds do a little happy dance! 💃
Listen, honey, I’ve been perfecting this recipe for years, and I’m finally ready to share my secrets with you. Trust me, once you master this dish, you’ll be the talk of every family gathering!
Ingredients (serves 6):
– 2 lbs fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined (save those shells!)
– 1 stick butter (yes, a whole stick – we’re not counting calories today!)
– 1 large onion, diced
– 2 celery stalks, chopped
– 1 green bell pepper, diced
– 4 garlic cloves, minced
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 cups seafood stock
– 2 bay leaves
– 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
– Hot sauce to taste (I won’t judge how much you use!)
– Fresh parsley and green onions for garnish
– Cooked white rice for serving
Now, if you’re still with me (and I know you are because this recipe is worth it!), let me walk you through this magical process.