Italian Sausage Etouffee Recipe

A comforting twist on classic Etouffee! This recipe uses savory Italian sausage instead of crawfish, creating a warm, sweet, and spicy dish that's perfect for a cozy night in. Enjoy the rich flavors of garlic, succulent sausage, and a perfectly balanced blend of spices served over fluffy rice.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 341.7 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 2.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Italian Sausage Etouffee

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How to Make Italian Sausage Etouffee

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add 1 pound Italian sausage, removed from casings, and 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook, breaking the sausage into crumbles, until browned, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Stir in 1/2 cup sweet pickle relish and cook for 2 minutes until heated through.
  3. In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt 4 tablespoons butter with 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add 4 cloves minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Whisk in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
  5. Gradually whisk in 4 cups chicken broth, 1 cup heavy cream, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 cup chopped green onions. Bring to a simmer, then add the cooked sausage and relish. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
  6. Serve the etouffee over hot cooked rice. Garnish with extra green onions, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

35 g

Sugar

54g

Fat

73g

Carbs

11g