Crawfish Cornbread

Dive into the bold flavors of the South with this irresistible Crawfish Cornbread recipe—a savory twist on a classic comfort food. Loaded with tender, cooked crawfish tails, melty cheddar cheese, and the vibrant kick of jalapeño and Cajun seasoning, this cornbread is a crowd-pleaser perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners. The combination of fresh green onions and sweet red bell pepper adds a delightful layer of texture and flavor, while the cornbread base is moist, buttery, and golden brown from baking to perfection. Serve it warm straight from the skillet as a flavorful side dish or a satisfying main course that celebrates the essence of Louisiana cooking. Perfect for seafood lovers and anyone craving a hearty, Southern-inspired dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cornmeal
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1.5 cups Milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 4 tablespoons Butter, melted
• 1 pound Crawfish tails, cooked
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 4 stalks Green onions, chopped
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Jalapeño, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 as needed Cooking spray or additional butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or cast-iron skillet with cooking spray or melted butter.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Mix well to incorporate the dry ingredients.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and melted butter. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

Step 4

Fold in the cooked crawfish tails, shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, diced red bell pepper, jalapeño, garlic powder, and Cajun seasoning. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish or skillet, spreading it out into an even layer.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Allow the cornbread to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm as a side dish or a hearty main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1661.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2932.7

Total Fat 115.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1262.6mg	0%
Sodium 4497.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 320.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.4g	0%
Total Sugars 52.1g
Protein 157.5g	0%

Vitamin D 295.0IU	0%
Calcium 1623.2mg	0%
Iron 21.5mg	0%
Potassium 2990.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.1%

Protein: 21.4%

Carbs: 43.5%