Louisiana Shrimp & Crawfish Pies

Louisiana Shrimp & Crawfish Pies

Introduction

These Louisiana Shrimp & Crawfish Pies bring the bold, soulful flavors of Cajun cooking straight to your table. Tender shrimp and crawfish are enveloped in a flaky, buttery pie crust and seasoned with classic Cajun spices, creating a dish that’s both comforting and celebratory. Perfect for family dinners, game day gatherings, or a special occasion, these pies capture the essence of southern Louisiana cuisine with every bite. The combination of creamy filling, delicate seafood, and savory spices makes this a dish that will quickly become a favorite.

Ingredients

For the Filling

• 200 g (7 oz) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 200 g (7 oz) crawfish tails, cooked
• 1 tablespoon butter (15 g)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped (100 g / 3.5 oz)
• 1 celery stalk, finely chopped (50 g / 1.75 oz)
• 1 small bell pepper, finely chopped (100 g / 3.5 oz)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (6 g / 0.2 oz)
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (3 g)
• ½ teaspoon paprika (1 g)
• 1 tablespoon flour (8 g / 0.3 oz)
• ½ cup heavy cream (120 ml)
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Pie Crust

• 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust (or homemade, about 225 g / 8 oz)
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Directions