Cajun

You can enjoy the zesty flavors of Cajun recipes at home. Browse our Cajun cuisine for potluck ideas for a crowd and classic and healthy Cajun dishes.

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    Veggie Chicken Creole

    2 Reviews

    I ladle this vegetable-packed chicken dish over jasmine rice. It’s a long-grain rice that’s not as sticky as most, but...


    Slow-Cooked Hearty Jambalaya

    21 Reviews

    I love anything with Cajun spices, so I came up with this slow-cooker jambalaya that’s just as good as that...


    Spicy Crab Dip

    10 Reviews

    With cayenne pepper and hot sauce (both optional), this delicious dip doubles up on the heat. Chock-full of crabmeat, this...


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    Fried Okra

    16 Reviews

    Crispy, crunchy and absolutely delightful. It's hard to stop eating fried okra once you pop a few of these tasty...


    Spicy Skeleton Ribs

    1 Reviews

    These ribs are sure to add kick to the party thanks to the haunting combination of spices. This can be...


    Grandma Edna’s Cajun Pork

    9 Reviews

    My grandma used to make this for our family on special occasions. We love to carry on the delicious tradition....


    Sweet & Spicy Nuts

    16 Reviews

    Hot and spicy with a hint of brown-sugar sweetness, these snacking nuts are simply sensational. You and your guests will...


    Sweet Potato Wedges with Chili Mayo

    5 Reviews

    Cajun spices bring the zing to roasted sweet potatoes—a side dish my family eats frequently. We dunk them in chili-spiced...

    Crawfish Beignets with Cajun Dipping Sauce

    8 Reviews

    Get a taste of the Deep South with these slightly spicy beignets. You won't be able to eat just one!...


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    King Cake Recipe

    13 Reviews

    Here's a guide on how to make king cake from scratch—and the story behind this lucky dessert.


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    New Orleans Gumbo

    10 Reviews

    I’ve been making this New Orleans gumbo for at least 30 years. I’m originally from New Orleans, and I think...


    Catfish Po’Boy

    4 Reviews

    Tender fillets of hot and crispy fried catfish pair with cool, spicy Cajun coleslaw in our catfish po'boys. These overstuffed...


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    Oven-Fried Shrimp

    21 Reviews

    These oven-fried shrimp are a lighter take on classic deep-fried shrimp. They have a crispy, golden crust with fewer calories...


    Quick & Easy New Orleans Shrimp

    3 Reviews

    I’ve simplified my mom's Shrimp Creole—she made it for us growing up. Now it's effortless comfort food I make for...


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    Shrimp and Crab Casserole

    10 Reviews

    Shrimp and crab casserole features long-grain and wild rice smothered in a creamy shellfish sauce and melted cheese.


    Champagne Cajun Tilapia

    3 Reviews

    We think the champagne dressing in this recipe is yummy on almost anything, but it’s excellent with this lovely fish....


    Fruit & Nut Andouille Stuffing

    This special stuffing recipe has been a Thanksgiving tradition with our family for many years. It reminds us of home,...

    Roasted Okra

    3 Reviews

    Our recipe for roasted okra transforms this versatile vegetable into a crispy, flavorful treat. Perfect as a side dish or...


    Seafood Boil on the Grill

    10 Reviews

    No big stockpot with an equally big strainer basket? No problem! Prepare your seafood boil on the grill in easily...


    Blackened Pork Caesar Salad

    1 Reviews

    When I cook, the goal is to have enough leftovers for lunch the next day. This Caesar with pork has...


    Cajun Summer Vegetables

    1 Reviews

    Put your garden-fresh summertime veggies to good use in a colorful side dish that gets a little heat from Cajun...


    Banana Beignets

    24 Reviews

    When life hands you ripe bananas, make banana beignets! These mini beignets are so easy and so good, you may...


    Pan-Fried Catfish with Spicy Pecan Gremolata

    1 Reviews

    Gremolata, a citrusy minced herb mix, makes a flavorful garnish. This well-seasoned version, with pecans added, gives an unexpected nutty...

    All-Around Seasoning Mix

    2 Reviews

    I always keep this all-purpose seasoning mixture on hand. It’s good on anything, especially grilled pork, chicken and vegetables. We've...


    Collard Greens with Bacon

    11 Reviews

    These smoky collard greens with bacon prove that leafy greens can pack a lot of flavor. Complete the ode to...


    Blackened Catfish with Mango Avocado Salsa

    4 Reviews

    A delightful and tasty rub makes this quick recipe fantastic. While the fish is sitting to allow the flavors to...


    Vegan Jambalaya

    6 Reviews

    This flavorful entree won’t leave you hungry since it uses convenient canned beans in place of meat. —Crystal Jo Bruns,...


    Crispy Beer-Battered Fish

    16 Reviews

    A local restaurant made a similar breading for shrimp po' boys, but we think this version's better. I serve the...


    Crispy Almond Tilapia

    2 Reviews

    Since changing to a healthier style of cooking, I’ve come up with new coatings for baked fish. I use almonds,...