When it comes to Mardi Gras food, po’ boy sandwiches, jambalaya, and shrimp étouffée are the norm. However, this unique Mardi Gras recipe round-up is a bit more creative. You’ll find recipes like muffuletta empanadas and king cake croissants, not to mention several Cajun soup, stew, and chowder recipes. If you’re looking for unique and creative Cajun Mardi Gras recipes, we’ve totally got you covered.

In this Cajun Mardi Gras recipe round-up, you won’t find recipes for traditional po’ boy sandwiches, jambalaya, or shrimp étouffée. Instead, you’ll find recipes for muffuletta-inspired empanadas and pasta, several Cajun soup, stew, and chowder recipes, and a quick, easy, and whimsical king cake croissant recipe, which uses store-bought crescent rolls. These festive, unique, and creative Cajun recipes will help you celebrate the holiday without spending all day in the kitchen.

Appetizers

Oven-Baked Mardi Gras Muffuletta Empanadas

Hawaiian Meets Cajun Crab Dip Sliders

Cajun Shrimp Egg Rolls

Soups, Stews, & Chowders

Creamy Cajun Sweet Potato Soup with Crab

Cajun Lentil Soup with Andouille Sausage

One-Pot Cajun Shrimp Chowder

Cajun Bratwurst Slow-Cooker Soup

Cajun Lime Corn Chowder with Crab

Apple & Lentil Andouille Crockpot Stew

Cajun Langostino Chowder

Side Dishes

Crockpot Cajun Butter Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Cajun Seriously Sharp Grit Cakes

Pasta Dishes

Langostino Cajun Fettuccine

Muffuletta Pasta Salad

Desserts

Mardi Gras Cream Cheese King Cake Croissants

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