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QuestionHow should crawfish look when cooked?
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Personal ChefThe crawfish will turn a very bright vibrant red color. At that point, you will see the tails curled up and they're done—it usually takes five minutes for them to actually be cooked. But in order to absorb the flavor they have to sit for at least 30 to 45 minutes. -
QuestionWhat is the cooking time for crawfish?
Community AnswerBoil the crawfish for 15 minutes. Then turn the heat off and allow the crawfish to simmer in the liquid for an additional 15 minutes. -
QuestionIs purging crawfish considered animal cruelty?
Community AnswerNo, you will find that purging crawfish is generally not considered animal cruelty. This common practice is intended to clean them thoroughly before consumption.
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QuestionI've heard crawfish spit an acidic substance that will burn if it gets on my skin. Is that true?
Community AnswerNo, crawfish cannot spit or vomit. Their digestive contents, including those from the foregut (stomach), are not acidic and will not burn your skin. -
QuestionWhat can I do if I put too much salt while cooking them?
Community AnswerDo not use salt at all while boiling them, only use crawfish boil seasoning. You can find it at most stores down south or through online food retailers. -
QuestionHow do I clean frozen dead crawfish?
Community AnswerThey should have been cleaned before freezing. Once dead they cannot be purged, just rinsed with clean water.
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QuestionDo I need to boil crawfish alive, or can I kill them beforehand? Also, why is it unsafe to eat crawfish that have died before cooking?
Community AnswerYou should not eat crawfish that died before cooking because their freshness cannot be guaranteed, and consuming spoiled shellfish can cause severe illness. Boiling crawfish alive results in a near-instant death, which is often considered more humane and practical than attempting to kill many small shellfish individually beforehand. Always thoroughly clean and cull your batch immediately before cooking, regardless of the killing method.
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