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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.
**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.
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).
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.
Homemade Crawfish Pie
Ingredients
- 2 pie crusts
- ¼ cup flour
- ¼ cup cooking oil
- 1 green pepper diced
- 1-15 ounce can diced tomatoes
- ½ onion diced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- ¾ cup fish broth
- ¼ cup cream
- 1 pound crawfish tail meat
- 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Press one pie crust into an un-greased pie plate. Bake the pie crust (use pie weights) at 400 degrees for 7 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Heat the oil and flour over medium heat, stirring regularly until it turns a caramel color. It should take about 10-15 minutes.Â
- 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. Add additional Cajun seasoning to taste if desired.
- Remove from heat and pour into the par-baked pie crust.
- Top with the second pie crust. Cut slits in top of crust so the filling doesn't leak out. 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 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 20 minutes. Slice and serve garnished with green onions and Louisiana hot sauce.
Expert Tips:
- To make the roux, butter, oil, bacon fat, duck fat, etc. can be used as the fat. I prefer to use duck fat when I have it.Â
- If you can't find crawfish tails, shrimp can be substituted.
- 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.
Nutrition
Zandria
I would like to make this more into a seafood pot pie, can I add shrimp and crabmeat maybe a little bit of andouille sausage? would that ruin the dish?
Danielle
You definitely can do that - it wouldn't ruin it at all!
Daniela
Have never had crawfish pie and this looks and sounds delicious! Really enjoy your in process and finished dish shots too :)!
Danielle
Thanks Daniela!
Julie
Oh man, I wish we could get crawfish locally! I've never seen it for sale anywhere around here, and my husband is (unfortunately) allergic to shrimp, but does fine with crawfish. I joked we should fly home a suitcase full last time we were in Louisiana!
Danielle
Right? I am so lucky that I have a place to get it here! Hopefully one day you'll find it 🙂
Stacey Doyle
I have to admit, I've never had crawfish, but have wanted to try it for a long time, and this recipe sounds like the perfect opportunity to give it a go! Looks wonderful!
Danielle
Crawfish is so delicious, I hope you get a chance to try it Stacey!
EA The Spicy RD
I've never had Crawfish Pie, but this looks amazing! I love how easy it is too-especially using a store bought crust. Yum!!!
Danielle
Store bought crust all the way!!!
Amanda
Cajun food is one of my favorite cuisines, especially when crawfish are involved, so I really fell in love with this pie. It's so flavorful, and I just love that creamy roux. Thanks for sharing!
Danielle
You're welcome Amanda!
lauren
I've never had crawfish pie! It sounds amazing though. The other ingredients sounds like such a great pairing with the crawfish too, tomato, onion and peppers are all delicious. I'll have to check the stores up here and see if any of them sell the crawfish meat!
Danielle
It's such a great combo of flavors! It can be made with shrimp too if you can't find crawfish.
Jacqueline Debono
This crawfish pie is mouthwatering! I've never used crawfish in a pie but am dying to make this one now. Pinning for later!
Danielle
Thanks Jacqueline! I hope you get a chance to make it 🙂
Kate
This recipe looks delicious and to me is really unique, I've never made anything like this before but I would love to! The step by step directions you gave made it seem really approachable which I appreciate!
Danielle
I hope you try it Kate - it's such a great recipe!
Ben Myhre
OK, what a cool and wonderfully unique recipe. I am totally on this one and thanks for sharing.
Danielle
Hope you love it Ben!
Jo
Never tried a crawfish pie and boy it's so tempting to just looking at it. How I wish I could have a slice of this delicious pie right now!
Danielle
It is addictively good Jo!
Mama Maggie's Kitchen
Hmmm wow! This Crawfish Pie looks soooo yummy! My taste buds can't wait to try this dish. Thank you for sharing!
Danielle
You're welcome 🙂