United States Dish

Étouffée

Also known as: etouffee, crawfish etouffee, shrimp etouffee, Cajun etouffee

What is Étouffée?

A Cajun dish of shellfish smothered in a thick roux-based sauce, served over rice. Most commonly made with crawfish or shrimp. The name means 'smothered' in French.

Typical Ingredients

crawfish
roux
butter
onion
celery
bell pepper
garlic
rice
cayenne

Allergen Information

Always confirm with restaurant staff before ordering.

Dairy
Often Present
Celery
Often Present
Gluten
Often Present
Shellfish
Often Present

Contains shellfish (crawfish or shrimp). Roux has flour (gluten) and butter (dairy). Celery is a core ingredient.

Questions to Ask Staff

Important questions to confirm with restaurant staff.

Is it made with crawfish or shrimp?
Is the roux made with butter or oil?

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