Appetizer: United States – Crawfish Boudin Balls
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Ingredients
U.S. measurements first, metric equivalents in parentheses. Conversions are approximate; oz means weight ounces, not fluid ounces.
1 lb (450 g) cooked crawfish tails, chopped 1 cup (240 ml) cooked white rice 1 / 2 lb (225 g) ground pork or cooked pork sausage (optional for traditional boudin flavor) 1 / 2 cup (120 ml) finely diced onion 1 / 4 cup (60 ml) finely diced bell pepper 1 clove garlic, minced 1 egg, beaten 1 cup (120 g) breadcrumbs (plus extra for coating) 1 tsp (5 ml) Cajun seasoning Vegetable oil for frying, to taste
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1 lb (450 g) cooked crawfish tails, chopped 1 cup (240 ml) cooked white rice 1 / 2 lb (225 g) ground pork or cooked pork sausage (optional for traditional boudin flavor) 1 / 2 cup (120 ml) finely diced onion 1 / 4 cup (60 ml) finely diced bell pepper 1 clove garlic, minced 1 egg, beaten 1 cup (120 g) breadcrumbs (plus extra for coating) 1 tsp Cajun seasoning Vegetable oil for frying, to taste
Instructions
U.S. measurements first, metric equivalents in parentheses. Conversions are approximate.
1. In a skillet, sauté onion, bell pepper and garlic until softened; let cool. 2. In a bowl combine cooled vegetables, chopped crawfish, cooked rice, ground pork or sausage (if using), beaten egg, breadcrumbs and Cajun seasoning; mix until cohesive. 3. Form mixture into 1½–2 inch (3.81 to 5.08 cm) balls, then roll in additional breadcrumbs to coat. 4. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry balls in batches until golden brown and heated through, about 3–4 minutes. 5. Drain and serve hot with Creole mustard or remoulade.
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1. In a skillet, sauté onion, bell pepper and garlic until softened; let cool. 2. In a bowl combine cooled vegetables, chopped crawfish, cooked rice, ground pork or sausage (if using), beaten egg, breadcrumbs and Cajun seasoning; mix until cohesive. 3. Form mixture into 1½–2 inch balls, then roll in additional breadcrumbs to coat. 4. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry balls in batches until golden brown and heated through, about 3–4 minutes. 5. Drain and serve hot with Creole mustard or remoulade.
Per serving | Servings: 6
Generated: 2026-11-05T19:36:10+00:00
*Values are estimates based on USDA data and mathematical calculations. Actual values may vary. Where data are unavailable, those contributions are excluded. Calories, Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat, Saturated fat, Cholesterol, Fiber, Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A and Vitamin C are known subtotals. Missing contributions are unknown, not zero.