Paul Prudhomme, the legendary chef most responsible for the worldwide popularity of Cajun and Creole cuisine, passed away in 2015. In tribute to him, this shrimp Creole recipe and story celebrates his legacy that lives on in the black iron pots of our precious foodways he so dearly loved and helped preserve. All hail, Chef... Read More » The post Louisiana Shrimp Creole appeared first on Acadiana Table.| Acadiana Table
This bayou version of a Southern classic focuses on the spicy flavors of potato-chips and boudin in a creative recipe for Cajun-Fried Steak.| Acadiana Table
Crispy eggplant fried golden brown is a study in textural contrast. While the crusty exterior crackles with crispness, the inside cooks to a smooth, almost sauce-like creaminess. And when topped with a velvet cloak of rich and spicy crawfish étouffée, this Cajun recipe for Fried Eggplant with Crawfish Étouffée is a culinary combination that is sheer... Read More » The post Fried Eggplant with Crawfish Étouffée appeared first on Acadiana Table.| Acadiana Table
Rise and shine: It’s perfectly poached eggs oozing liquid sunshine all over two crispy cornmeal-battered fried green tomatoes topped off with a glorious crabmeat-infused hollandaise, and all served up with a bowl of creamy Gouda grits. It’s weekend brunch in Acadiana. Once I decided to create this spectacular dish in my kitchen, I set out... Read More » The post Poached Eggs over Fried Green Tomatoes with Crabmeat Hollandaise and Gouda Grits appeared first on Acadiana Table.| Acadiana Table
For obvious reason, here in South Louisiana a bánh mì sandwich is referred to as a Vietnamese po’boy. Built upon a similar French bread loaf, it doesn’t take a great stretch of imagination to see the similarities in the two sandwiches. But delving deeper, the two have even more in common than just bread. And... Read More » The post Cajun-Fried Catfish Bánh Mì appeared first on Acadiana Table.| Acadiana Table
With a sweet and spicy sauce, these Cajun Glazed Chicken Lollipops are the perfect party pass-around dish for your next celebration.| Acadiana Table
There is nothing more comforting than a bowl of macaroni and cheese. Spending more time at home these days, it’s time to kick back and relax. And every family loves mac and cheese; it’s time to indulge that mac obsession, but with a twist. No processed and packaged noodles here, I decided to up the... Read More » The post Comfort in a Casserole: Seafood Mac and Cheese appeared first on Acadiana Table.| Acadiana Table
Fresh peaches, Peche liqueur, and peach muscadine wine are a creative combination in this Peach Muscadine Sangria - a refreshing summer winetail.| Acadiana Table
Everyone needs a quick meal to throw together on weeknights! This cajun chicken pasta is my go-to for nights when my guys have band practice| Life Full and Frugal