86 Cajun Recipes
From Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Creole Tomato Sauce to Slow-Simmered Cajun Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya — explore 86 Cajun recipes with calorie counts, cook times, and one-tap Instacart ordering. Sort by rating, cook time, or dietary fit.
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Whole30 Shrimp Étouffée with Bell Peppers and Cauliflower Rice
A rich, spicy shrimp étouffée made without flour, simmered with bell peppers and onions, served over cauliflower rice for a comforting Whole30 seafood feast.
Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Creole Tomato Sauce
Succulent shrimp tossed in a smoky Cajun spice blend and simmered in a vibrant Creole tomato sauce with bell peppers and onions.
Slow-Cooked Creole Red Beans with Andouille and Smoked Paprika
A comforting Creole dish of slow-simmered red beans infused with smoky andouille sausage, spices, and a rich vegetable base, perfect for a hearty meal.
Slow-Simmered Cajun Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
A hearty, slow-simmered jambalaya packed with tender chicken, smoky sausage, and fragrant Cajun spices, capturing the essence of Louisiana comfort food.
Slow-Cooked Cajun Jambalaya with Andouille Sausage
A hearty slow-cooked jambalaya rich with smoky Andouille sausage, tender chicken, and the holy trinity of Cajun vegetables.
Creole-Spiced Shrimp Po’Boy Sandwich
A classic New Orleans sandwich featuring crispy Creole-seasoned shrimp tucked into a crusty French roll with tangy remoulade.
Creole Shrimp Po’Boy with Remoulade Sauce
A classic New Orleans sandwich featuring crispy fried shrimp on a soft French roll with tangy remoulade sauce and fresh lettuce.
Slow-Simmered Red Beans with Andouille and Cajun Spices
A comforting pot of slow-simmered red beans infused with smoky andouille sausage and a blend of Cajun spices, perfect over fluffy white rice.
Po’boy Sandwich with Crispy Fried Catfish and Remoulade Sauce
A classic New Orleans po’boy featuring golden fried catfish fillets tucked inside a crusty French roll, dressed with tangy remoulade and fresh lettuce.
Cajun-Spiced Crawfish Étouffée with Steamed Rice
Rich and flavorful Cajun crawfish étouffée simmered with a roux-based sauce, bell peppers, and onions, served over fluffy steamed rice for a classic Louisiana dish.
Wood-Fired Cajun Shrimp with Charred Garlic Butter
Succulent shrimp marinated in Cajun spices and grilled over wood fire, finished with a smoky charred garlic butter sauce.
Spiced Po’Boy Sandwich with Crispy Fried Shrimp
A classic New Orleans po’boy featuring crunchy fried shrimp seasoned with Cajun spices, served on a crusty French roll with tangy remoulade.
Creole Shrimp Po’Boys with Remoulade Sauce
Classic New Orleans sandwich featuring crispy fried shrimp stuffed in a French baguette with zesty remoulade and fresh lettuce.
Spicy Po’Boy Sandwich with Remoulade and Pickled Vegetables
Classic New Orleans po’boy sandwich stacked with crispy fried shrimp, zesty remoulade sauce, and tangy house-made pickled vegetables.
Slow-Cooked Andouille Sausage and Black-Eyed Pea Gumbo
A hearty Louisiana-style gumbo featuring smoky andouille sausage, tender black-eyed peas, and a dark roux simmered to rich perfection.
Charred Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Creole Tomato Sauce
Spicy Cajun-seasoned shrimp pan-seared and served in a rich, aromatic Creole tomato sauce with bell peppers and onions.
Crisped Po’Boy Sandwich with Fried Catfish and Remoulade
A traditional New Orleans po’boy sandwich layered with crispy fried catfish, shredded lettuce, tomato, and tangy remoulade sauce on a fresh French baguette.
Classic New Orleans Red Bean and Andouille Sausage Stew
A hearty, slow-simmered stew blending creamy red beans with smoky andouille sausage and traditional Cajun spices.
Bayou Rum-Spiked Shrimp Étouffée
A rich and flavorful Louisiana classic featuring succulent shrimp simmered in a dark roux infused with Bayou Rum for a subtle sweetness and depth.
Sautéed Shrimp Étouffée with Tomato and Bell Pepper
A Whole30-friendly shrimp étouffée that features tender shrimp cooked in a vibrant tomato and bell pepper sauce with aromatic spices.
Wood-Fired Cajun-Spiced Crawfish Boil
A smoky, spice-packed crawfish boil inspired by Louisiana’s Cajun traditions, cooked over an open wood flame for a deeply infused flavor.
Crawfish Étouffée with Cajun Holy Trinity
A rich and hearty stew of crawfish simmered with the classic Cajun ‘holy trinity’ of vegetables in a thick, flavorful roux-based sauce.
Wood-Fired Cajun Blackened Catfish with Spicy Remoulade
This dish features wood-fired blackened catfish seasoned with Cajun spices and paired with a tangy, spicy remoulade sauce, embodying the rich flavors of Louisiana.
Creole Shrimp Po'Boy with Remoulade and Pickled Slaw
A classic New Orleans sandwich featuring crispy fried shrimp, tangy remoulade sauce, and crunchy pickled cabbage slaw on a soft French roll.
About cajun cooking
What defines Cajun cooking?
Cajun cooking is shaped by the ingredients, techniques, and flavor pairings that emerged in that region. Our 86 Cajun recipes cover everything from quick weeknight meals to classic dishes worth learning end-to-end.
What are common Cajun pantry staples?
Each recipe lists its ingredients. Filter by prep time under 30 minutes to find Cajun recipes that lean on easily-stocked staples rather than specialty ingredients.
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Are there vegetarian Cajun options?
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