As Mardi Gras season fast approaches, it’s time to get into the party spirit. What better way to do so than by learning to cook up some of New Orleans’ tastiest classic dishes? here are some creole and cajun dishes you should cook in order to get into Mardi Gras fever.
Crawfish Étouffée
A perfect dish for seafood lovers, what makes this cajun meal a pleasure to make is that you cook everything in one pot. Between the crawfish, vegetables, and rice, there’s no shortage of flavors in this scrumptious meal.
Smoked Sausage Cajun Alfredo
While we’ve all heard of chicken alfredo, here’s how you can put a cajun twist on this classic pasta dish. Consider making a large portion of this dish so that you have lunch for the week.
Fried Catfish
Scrumptious and healthy, fried fish makes for a fine meal. By pairing it with buttermilk and a hot sauce marinade, your fried catfish will be bursting with flavor that alternatives can’t compete with.
