Cajun Seafood Dressing Recipe (Spicy Louisiana Style Classic)
Learn how to make Cajun seafood dressing with shrimp, crab, and bold Louisiana spices. A rich, spicy Southern recipe perfect for holidays and family meals.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shrimp peeled and chopped
- 1 cup crab meat
- 1 cup crawfish tails
- 4 cups crumbled cornbread day-old preferred
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup chopped bell pepper
- 2 cups chicken or seafood broth
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley optional garnish
Instructions
1. Prep the Base
- Chop celery, onions, and bell peppers into small, even pieces Heat butter and a drizzle of oil in a wide pan. toss in your vegetables and let them soften slowly. Stir occasionally.
2. Cook the Seafood
- Add shrimp, crab, and crawfish directly into the softened vegetable mix.Cook gently over medium heat. Shrimp should just turn pink, not curl tightly.
3. Mix the Dressing
- Grab a large mixing bowl. Add your crumbled cornbread Fold in the seafood mixture while it’s still warm. Slowly pour in broth, stirring as you go.
4. Season Like You Mean It
- Sprinkle Cajun seasoning generously across the mixture. Taste. Adjust. Taste again.
5. Bake to Perfection
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly without pressing too hard.Bake at 180°C (350°F) until the top turns golden and slightly crisp—about 45–55 minutes. Let it rest before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information
- Calories: ~320 per serving
- Protein: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fat: 16g
- Sodium: Moderate (varies by seasoning)
- Rich in vitamins A and C from vegetables