Louisiana Cookin'

Crazy about Crawfish

As the rest of the country anticipates warmer weather, longer days, and fresh produce, Louisianans look forward to the return of mudbugs and backyard boils fill our social calendars. Although frozen Louisiana crawfish tail meat is available year-round, there is nothing quite like enjoying it during crawfish season in Louisiana each spring.

Choose

This should go without saying: Only buy Louisiana crawfish products. The flavor is superior and you’re supporting local industry.

DIY

These recipes call for frozen crawfish tails, but you can always peel your own boiled crawfish, expecting about 1

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