Crawfish Bread Recipe

Here’s a tasty recipe for Crawfish Bread, a delicious treat often found in New Orleans. It’s perfect for gatherings or as a snack!

Crawfish Bread Recipe

Ingredients

For the filling:

• 1 pound crawfish tails (cooked, peeled, and deveined)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup cream cheese (softened)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

For the bread:

• 1 loaf French bread (or Italian bread)
• 1 tablespoon melted butter (for brushing)

Instructions

1. Prepare the filling:
   • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
   • Add the crawfish tails and Cajun seasoning. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until heated through. Season with salt and pepper.
   • Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Stir in the cream cheese and mozzarella cheese until well combined.
2. Prepare the bread:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Slice the French loaf in half lengthwise. If desired, scoop out a bit of the soft bread from the center to create more space for the filling.
3. Fill the bread:
   • Spread the crawfish filling evenly onto both halves of the bread. Press down gently to pack it in.
4. Bake:
   • Place the filled bread halves on a baking sheet. Brush the tops with melted butter.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden brown.
5. Serve:
   • Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with sliced green onions.
   • Slice into pieces and serve warm.

Enjoy your Crawfish Bread as a flavorful appetizer or snack!