Easy Homemade Crawfish Pie - Went Here 8 This (2024)

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This Crawfish Pie is made with the most amazing rich crawfish etouffee stuffed inside a buttery pie crust and baked until golden brown - it's the ultimate comfort food!

I can't even with this Crawfish Pie. It's seriously one of my favorite things ever. EVER.

When the boyfriend found out I was making this for dinner again the other night, I won some major bonus points. It's pretty darn good stuff.

The most rich, delicious crawfish etouffee baked in a flaky, buttery pie crust...how can you possibly go wrong???

If you like crawfish, you'll also want to try this super popular Louisiana Seafood Gumbo , try your hand at a crawfish boil, or make these Crawfish Eggrolls.

What is Crawfish Pie?

Crawfish pie is similar to a pot pie. It is a baked savory pie filled with vegetables and crawfish in a thickened roux-based sauce. Try this Turkey Pot Pie for a non-seafood based pot pie.

Why This Recipe Works

Using a store bought pie crust makes this recipe quick and easy, like in these Beef Empanadas or Sausage Quiche. I LOVE using store bought pie crust.

A caramel colored roux is made to add flavor and richness to the pie filling like in this Chicken Etouffee recipe.

Using an egg wash on the crust gives it a golden brown color.

Using a homemade Cajun seasoning gives this dish a wonderful flavor!

Step By Step Instructions

Press one pie crust into an un-greased pie plate. Bake the pie crust (use pie weights) at 400F degrees for 7 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Heat the oil and flour over medium heat, stirring regularly for about 10-15 minutes. I personally prefer to use duck fat, but butter, oil, bacon fat, etc. can be used to make the roux.

See Also

How to Use a Whole Chicken for Multiple MealsHomemade Popcorn Seasonings And Popcorn RecipesEasy Caramel Apple Cider Sticky Buns RecipeTurkey Broccoli Rice Divan - melissassouthernstylekitchen.com

**Learn How to Make a Roux like a pro in this step-by-step tutorial.

The roux should turn a caramel color when it's done.

Add the onions and green peppers and cook for about 1-2 minutes.

Add the tomatoes and Cajun seasoning and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Add the fish broth and bring to a boil; simmer for 5 minutes.

Add the cream and crawfish and bring back to a simmer for 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and pour the crawfish etouffee filling into the baked pie crust.

Top with the second pie crust and cut slits in the top of the crust. Make sure to seal the pie crust around the edges to prevent the filling from leaking out.

Brush with the egg wash (1 beaten egg mixed with 1 tbsp. water).

Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until crust is golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool for 20 minutes.

Expert Tips

- To make the roux, butter, cooking oil, bacon fat, duck fat, etc. can be used as the fat.

- If you can't find crawfish tails, shrimp can be substituted. You can also buy crawfish online.

- If you buy whole crawfish, you will need to remove the tails and peel them. Save the skins and crawfish bodies to make broth.

- Be sure to stir the roux continuously to prevent it from burning. If it burns you have to start over.

- Add additional Cajun seasoning to taste if necessary before pouring the mixture in the pie crust.

- Any excess filling can be served on the side or saved and served with rice the next day.

- The fish broth can be substituted with any kind of seafood broth.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Goes with Crawfish Pie?

This crawfish pie is amazing on its own, or great served with this Homemade Cornbread from Spend with Pennies, Fried Okra from Spicy Southern Kitchen or these Collard Greens from Divas Can Cook.

Can Crawfish Pie be Made in Advance?

The filling for the pie can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. To use it, pour the filling in the par-baked pie crust and bake according to the recipe instructions.

The pie can be assembled in it's entirety, wrapped in plastic wrap and stored in the fridge overnight. Cook according to the recipe instructions.

The pie can also be assembled in it's entirety and frozen. Wrap the assembled pie in wax paper, then in freezer safe plastic wrap or a freezer bag and store for up to one month. Thaw in the fridge overnight and cook according to the recipe instructions.

How to Reheat Crawfish Pie

Reheat the pie in a 350 degree oven until warmed through - 5-10 minutes depending on size of remaining pie. It can also be reheated in the microwave, but the pie will be more soggy if reheated this way.

Rate the recipe and leave a comment to let me know how it turned out!

This recipe was originally published in February 2018. It has been updated for photos and content.

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