Crayfish Mornay – Creamy Seafood Dish
Tender crayfish in a rich, cheesy sauce. Easy to make at home and perfect for family meals or special occasions.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Baking dish or ramekins
- Spoon
Ingredients
- 400 g crayfish tails
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup grated cheese Gruyère or Cheddar
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt & pepper
- Optional: garlic paprika, white wine, breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Melt butter, add flour to make roux.
- Gradually whisk in milk, cook until thick.
- Add cheese, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Cook crayfish lightly and fold into sauce.
- Pour into baking dish, sprinkle breadcrumbs, bake 15–20 min at 180°C.
Notes
- Use fresh or thawed crayfish.
- Don’t overheat cheese.
- Serve with rice, bread, or salad.
- Can be made low-carb or gluten-free.
