Preparing and Serving Crayfish

Directions

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   BUYING FRESH CRAYFISH: This is a fresh crayfish recipe.
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   For best results, plan ahead and cook shortly after purchasing.
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   Choose crayfish similar in size.
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   Look for active crayfish.
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   Once back in the kitchen, put crayfish in large bowl.
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   Important!
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   Do not put on plate.
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   Work quickly while keeping an eye on the crayfish.
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   PREPARING POT FOR CRAYFISH: Put enough water in the pot to cover crayfish once they are cleaned.
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    (Optional: add salt, garlic, lemon, any flavorings you prefer.)
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    Put heat on hi as want a strong boil.
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    PREPARING DIPPING SAUCE: Whisk olive oil and lemon until creamy.
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    Add cayenne pepper, if desire.
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    CLEANING CRAYFISH: Pour some salt over crayfish.
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    Cover with fresh water.
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    Using a wooden spoon, gently stir the crayfish for about 2 to 3 minutes.
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    Drain.
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    Rinse well.
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    Add to boiling water.
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    Cook until the color changes to a deep red.
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    About 2 to 3 minutes.
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    Remove crayfish immediately from water.
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    EATING CRAYFISH: With your hands, break in two sections.
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    (optional: Top part consume juice /flesh and then discard)
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    Bottom section peel off one side of the shell.
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    Should slip out.
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    Peel off back and remove sand vein.
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    Dip in lemon oil sauce or drizzle with lemon juice.
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    So yummy!