Cajun Seafood Au Gratin Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Cajun Seafood Au Gratin, inspired by Alex Patout's Seafood Kitchen! This creamy, cheesy masterpiece is surprisingly easy to make and ready in under 40 minutes. Imagine succulent shrimp, crawfish, and crab swimming in a rich, flavorful sauce, then perfectly broiled to bubbly perfection. Serve this show-stopping dish over rice, pasta, or crusty bread for a truly unforgettable meal. Perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight treat – your family and friends will rave about this one! (Think Papadeaux's blackened seafood fondue, but even better!)

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 497.2 kcal
Protein 60g
Rating 4.3 (8 Reviews)
Cajun Seafood Au Gratin

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cajun Seafood Au Gratin

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How to Make Cajun Seafood Au Gratin

  1. In a large heavy skillet or saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium-high heat. The cream will rise before boiling; gently stir to prevent overflowing.
  2. Once simmering, add the Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, green onions, and parsley. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until thickened, about 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in the shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes, then add the crawfish tails. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Gently fold in the lump crab meat and cook for 2-3 minutes more.
  5. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of Gruyere cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. Preheat your broiler to high.
  7. Pour the seafood mixture into a large oven-safe dish or individual ramekins.
  8. Sprinkle the top with Parmesan cheese.
  9. Broil for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  10. Serve immediately over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

55 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

115g

Carbs

2g

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