Spicy Crawfish Spread

Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Spicy Crawfish Spread
10 min.
4
335kcal

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Craving a taste of Louisiana without spending hours in the kitchen? Look no further! This Spicy Crawfish Spread is a flavor explosion that's ready in just 10 minutes. Imagine the creamy richness of softened cream cheese mingling with the fiery kick of cayenne pepper and the savory depth of Cajun spices. We're talking a delectable blend that will transport your taste buds straight to a bayou crawfish boil.

Picture this: finely diced celery and onion, softened to perfection in melted butter, infused with the aroma of garlic and a generous dose of our favorite salt-free seasoning blend (we're partial to Paul Prudhomme's Magic Seasoning!). Then, the star of the show – tender, cooked crawfish tails, finely chopped and ready to mingle with the creamy base. It's more than just a dip; it's an experience!

Whether you're looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a unique condiment for your next burger, or a simple yet elegant spread for crackers, this gluten-free Spicy Crawfish Spread is your answer. With only 335 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this quick, easy, and unbelievably delicious taste of the South!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper 
  • 0.8 cup celery diced finely
  • servings garnish: celery leaf 
  • ounces crawfish tails cooked peeled finely chopped
  • oz cream cheese softened
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • 0.8 cup onion diced finely
  • tablespoons seasoning blend with paul prudhomme's magic seasoning) all-purpose salt-free

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a small skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add onion, celery, and garlic; saut 5 minutes or until onion and celery are tender.
  3. Add seasoning blend and pepper; saut 30 seconds.
  4. Combine sauted vegetables and crawfish tails in a bowl.
  5. Add softened cream cheese, and stir gently to combine.
  6. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories335kcal
Protein7.85%
Fat73.87%
Carbs18.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
58.75
Glycemic Load
2.43
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
16.639130592346%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
3.68mg
Luteolin
1.36mg
Isorhamnetin
1.5mg
Kaempferol
0.49mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
6.65mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:334.56kcal
16.73%
Fat:28.73g
44.2%
Saturated Fat:17.06g
106.61%
Carbohydrates:16g
5.33%
Net Carbohydrates:10.15g
3.69%
Sugar:5.5g
6.11%
Cholesterol:89.16mg
29.72%
Sodium:358.93mg
15.61%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.87g
13.75%
Vitamin K:86.04µg
81.94%
Vitamin A:1836.85IU
36.74%
Manganese:0.62mg
30.83%
Calcium:243.34mg
24.33%
Fiber:5.85g
23.38%
Folate:76.16µg
19.04%
Iron:3.25mg
18.07%
Vitamin E:2.51mg
16.75%
Potassium:582.82mg
16.65%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.63%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.66%
Phosphorus:135.5mg
13.55%
Selenium:8.75µg
12.51%
Magnesium:45.83mg
11.46%
Vitamin C:7.55mg
9.15%
Copper:0.16mg
8.16%
Vitamin B5:0.81mg
8.1%
Vitamin B12:0.35µg
5.89%
Zinc:0.85mg
5.68%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.17%
Vitamin B3:1mg
5.01%
Source:My Recipes