Do Crawfish Live Under Floor Boards?

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This discussion centers around the culinary and cultural significance of crawfish, also known as crayfish or crawdads, particularly in Southern cuisine. Participants share personal anecdotes about their experiences with crawfish, including cooking methods and regional variations. The conversation highlights the differences between freshwater and saltwater varieties, with a focus on the spicy broth often used in preparation. Additionally, the discussion touches on the social aspects of eating crawfish at events like the Long Beach Crawfish Festival.

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  • Understanding of crawfish culinary terminology
  • Familiarity with Southern cooking traditions
  • Knowledge of crustacean species differences
  • Awareness of cultural food festivals, particularly in the Southern United States
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Culinary enthusiasts, food historians, and anyone interested in Southern cuisine and cultural food practices will benefit from this discussion.

  • #31
hypatia said:
Hmmm I think you meant the creek?:smile:

I think if the creature is found in a crick it's a crawdad; if it's found in a creek, it's a crayfish :smile:.
 
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  • #32
I don't care what you call them, they is some gooooood eating! :biggrin:
 
  • #33
From what I remember, crazyfish are a lot more sociable and fun to eat than lobster.
 
  • #34
Ouabache said:
First time i had the pleasure of chowing down on these, was at a cajun/bluegrass festival. They have all kinds of authentic cultural cuisine at these events. I came back from one of the vendors with a bowl of jambalaya and a bucket of dads. Those crawfishes were spiced up nice! Yummm :-p
This http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcfQGQLQCOA" demonstrates the technique on "how to eat them"..

Thanks for the video. I probably needed a refresher course on peeling them. I haven't had them in a while. I do remember the basics - "suck the head.. pinch the tail!"
 
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  • #35
Math Is Hard said:
Thanks for the video. I probably needed a refresher course on peeling them. I haven't had them in a while. I do remember the basics - "suck the head.. pinch the tail!"
I asked the fellow who was steaming 'em up at the festival, the best way to eat 'em and he demonstrated this technique too. Watching that clip again is sure making me hungry. :-p
 
  • #36
hypatia said:
Hmmm I think you meant the creek?:smile:

Ya mean like what floor boards do? If'n ye got those things in yer floor boards you got yerself some problems.
 

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