Recipe Question for Cajuns

[CajunAmos]

If you want an interesting appetiser, try putting some brocolli or cauliflower for a few minutes in the crab boil. They soak up the seasonings very well, so if you don't like it with some kick, try another veggi. I also like whole pods of garlic and cellery. The garlic comes out like when broiled, soft and sweet. I tell my wife I love it, but she always says it doesn't like me... go figure.

[MissingMandy]

_ Thanks, guys. Got the recipes.

I have Zatarin's powdered boil here, and some liquid as well. Can/Should I combine the two?

By the way, you cannot buy the "powdered" or "salt" form of seafood boil here in TN. That really sucks. I always buy a couple of gallons when I come to Lafayette.

Another question-- I assume it is best to use the small "new" potatoes than the larger "new" potatoes. I am talking about the purple and red varieties.

When using corn on the cob, is the frozen variety OK to use? And, if so, do I decrease my cook time for the corn?

Anything else I should add to the pot? Butter? Sausage (as in the South Carolina version)? _

Perhaps someone could send you the ingredients from Louisiana.

[RaginCajun77]

If you want an interesting appetiser, try putting some brocolli or cauliflower for a few minutes in the crab boil. They soak up the seasonings very well, so if you don't like it with some kick, try another veggi. I also like whole pods of garlic and cellery. The garlic comes out like when broiled, soft and sweet. I tell my wife I love it, but she always says it doesn't like me... go figure.

whenever I boil I drop some whole mushrooms in. They taste amazing.

[KAjunRaider]

CLASSIC !!

I have posted this on the MT board, and it's sure to get a good rise.

Lord, the things we talk about when our teams are doing _____ty.

If we weren't all crazy, we would go insane!! -- JWB

_ 1. Start Drinking

2. Get a big pot... pour some water in it

3. Drink some more.... then realize the fire aint on

4. Figure out how to light your burner..... Should mean another beer or two with you buds...

5. OOOPS..... Ok be careful.... that propane can singe your Raider hat if not careful.... have a beer

6. Why aint that water berling yet??? have a beer

7. Ok there it goes.... now throw a bunch of hot pepper in the water... wait... pop open another beer first and tell your friends a story

8. Ok now better get some pepper in there... The Cajuns talk about the veggies... throw some onions.... potatoes in... drink another beer

9. wonder how long they should boil.... oh well time for another beer

10. Hell just take them out.... The crowd is gettin restless.... Hey somebody grab me a beer please... my throats a little dry

11. now poor the crawfish.... oh thats right its shrimp season..... in the water... This is cool... think I'll get a beer and toast my friends on this...

12. Oh crap.. here comes the lil woman.... high honey... smooch... me?? naaa I have just had one.. ok maybe two beers.... baby has anyone ever told you that you have a great toosh... wait till i get you home tonite... comeon.. have a beer with me

13. Those shrimp sure are red... wonder if they are ready yet??? BEER PLEASE....


Cajun Shrimp boil my friend... Tried and tested over the years.............. _

[KAjunRaider]

_ Grillades? _

It's like a smothered pork, creole style.

I think there is a N'Awlins dish called "grillades and grits". I think Danny calls the dish "grillades" if I'm not mistaken.

Is grillades not Cajun? Is that just a French dish?

What are the differences between Cajun and New Orleans French cooking?

Help a novice out. Thx!

[RaisingCajun08]

What are the differences between Cajun and New Orleans French cooking? _

This is another topic that I think if you ask different people you will get different answers.

Personally, I describe New Orleans cooking as "Creole". I describe "Creole Cooking" as a cooking developed by the black culture in New Orleans. I find that in most cases, that you will find more herbs and vegetables in Creole cooking that you will find in Cajun cooking.

I wish I knew how to cook more "Creole". There really is a unique flavor and aroma produce when cooking with herbs.