Louisiana Cajun Crawfish Burger

The Louisiana Cajun Crawfish Burger is a bold and flavorful twist on a classic burger, infused with the rich and spicy essence of Cajun cuisine. Inspired by the heart of Louisiana’s bayou country, this burger combines fresh crawfish tails with aromatic spices, creating a juicy, perfectly seasoned patty. Served on a toasted brioche bun with a creamy remoulade sauce, this dish brings authentic Southern flavors in every bite.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

Total Time 35

Course Main Course

Cuisine Latin American / Caribbean

Servings burgers

Calories 729 kcal

Ingredients

Crawfish Patties

1 pound cooked crawfish tails finely chopped
½ cup panko breadcrumbs for a crispy texture
1 large egg lightly beaten
2 tablespoons mayonnaise helps bind the mixture
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
1 teaspoon smoked paprika adds depth of flavor
2 tablespoons green onions finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying

Remoulade Sauce

½ cup mayonnaise for creamy texture
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard adds tanginess
1 teaspoon hot sauce adjust to taste
1 teaspoon paprika adds smoky flavor

Burgers and Assembly

4 medium brioche buns lightly toasted
4 leaves lettuce for freshness

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix together the chopped crawfish tails, panko breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, green onions, parsley, and lemon juice. Stir until well combined.
Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties and place them on a parchment-lined tray. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
Meanwhile, prepare the remoulade sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, and paprika in a small bowl. Set aside.
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the crawfish patties for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
Toast the brioche buns and spread a generous amount of remoulade sauce on the bottom half. Place the crawfish patty on top, add a lettuce leaf, and cover with the top bun.

Notes

For extra flavor, add sliced pickles or tomato to the burger.
You can also serve with Cajun-spiced fries on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 729kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 16gFat: 54gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 20gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 223mgSodium: 769mgPotassium: 174mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 3328IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 97mgIron: 2mg

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