Cajun & Creole Recipes

A cornerstone of Cajun country soul, this Dirty Rice is a masterclass in deep, savory complexity. Traditionally named for the 'dirty' color the rice takes on from being sautéed wit...

Deep in the heart of Acadiana, this 'Brown Jambalaya' stands apart from its Creole cousin by ditching the tomatoes in favor of a rich, caramelized depth. This one-pot masterpiece r...

Deep from the heart of the Louisiana swamplands comes this rich, hearty stew that celebrates the unique texture and flavor of alligator tail meat. Often described as a cross betwee...

Deeply rooted in the cultural fusion of Native American and French Acadian traditions, Maque Choux is a vibrant 'smothered' corn dish that captures the soul of South Louisiana. Thi...

Deep in the heart of Acadiana, 'smothering' (étouffée) is a technique used to coax maximum flavor out of simple ingredients through a slow, covered braise. This dish transforms hum...

This soul-warming classic is a cornerstone of Cajun home cooking, representing the 'smothering' technique known as étouffée. Fresh snap beans and waxy potatoes are slow-simmered in...

This quintessential Acadian comfort food features thick-cut pork chops seared to golden perfection and slow-simmered in a rich, velvet-smooth brown gravy. Rooted in the rural kitch...

Deep in the heart of Acadiana, this 'smothered' classic represents the soul of Cajun home cooking. Tender chicken thighs are braised in a rich, velvety gravy infused with the 'Holy...

Deep from the heart of the Acadiana prairies, this 'Lapin Étouffé' is a testament to the soulful art of slow-smothering. Tender pieces of farm-raised rabbit are seared until golden...

This quintessential Acadian comfort dish transforms lean wild game into a fork-tender masterpiece through the slow-simmered 'smothering' technique. By searing venison backstrap or ...

Deep in the heart of the Louisiana bayou, gumbo is more than a meal—it’s a soulful expression of history and community. This recipe features a mahogany-dark roux that provides a nu...

This Oyster Gumbo is a soul-warming tribute to the Louisiana coastline, featuring plump, briny oysters swimming in a silky, chocolate-colored roux. Unlike its meatier cousins, this...

This soul-warming Gumbo is a deep dive into the heart of Louisiana's Bayou country, where the land meets the sea. Featuring a mahogany-colored roux and the natural thickening power...

This soul-warming Crawfish Gumbo is a tribute to the heart of Acadiana, blending the earthy richness of a slow-cooked dark roux with the sweet, delicate brine of Louisiana crawfish...

Born from the intersection of Choctaw tradition and French culinary technique, this Filé Gumbo is a masterclass in Cajun soul. Unlike gumbos thickened with okra, this version relie...

This Rabbit Gumbo is a soulful tribute to the Atchafalaya Basin, where wild game is celebrated for its lean, delicate flavor. By slow-braising the rabbit in a rich, chocolate-color...

This quintessential Louisiana masterpiece is a soulful celebration of the Gulf Coast, featuring a dark, chocolate-colored roux that provides a smoky, nutty foundation. Succulent ju...

This soul-warming masterpiece is the definitive taste of Acadiana, blending the smoky, peppery punch of Tasso ham with tender, slow-simmered chicken. The heart of this dish lies in...

This soul-warming Creole Beef Stew is a masterpiece of Louisiana comfort, featuring melt-in-your-mouth beef chuck simmered in a rich, mahogany-hued gravy. Infused with the 'Holy Tr...

This soul-warming Gumbo is a cornerstone of Cajun country, featuring a labor-of-love dark roux that provides a complex, nutty depth unlike any other stew. Succulent chicken thighs ...

This authentic Louisiana staple is defined by a 'chocolate-colored' dark roux, providing a profound nuttiness and silky body that sets it apart from all other stews. Combining the ...

A soul-warming staple of Louisiana, this gumbo features a rich, chocolate-colored roux that serves as the foundation for layers of complex flavor. Succulent chicken thighs and snap...

This soul-warming Cajun classic is the ultimate way to transform roasted turkey into a masterpiece of Louisiana comfort. Built upon a foundation of a 'chocolate' roux and the holy ...

This soul-warming gumbo marries the rustic, earthy flavors of the forest with the deep traditions of the Louisiana bayou. By swapping traditional chicken for succulent roasted duck...