A vol-au-vent is a puff pastry shell that resembles a small pot.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet (about 10 inches square) frozen puff pastry (found in the frozen foods section)
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons bleached all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup minced yellow onion
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound peeled crawfish tails
- 1/2 teaspoon Creole Seasoning
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions or scallions (green part only)
Directions
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment or waxed paper.
Thaw the pastry at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes before gently unfolding. With a sharp knife, divide the pastry in half, wrap the remaining piece in plastic wrap, and return to the freezer for another use.
Cut the pastry into 4 equal triangles. With the tip of a sharp knife, make a 1/4-inch score on all edges of the triangles, being careful not to cut all the way through. Put them on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops lightly with the beaten egg. Bake until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
With the tip of a sharp knife, carefully remove the top of each pastry and set aside.
In a skillet over medium heat, combine the butter and flour and cook, stirring slowly and constantly for 2 to 3 minutes, to make a blond-colored roux. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Slowly whisk in the broth and cook, whisking occasionally, until it thickens slightly, about 25 minutes.
Season the crawfish with the Creole seasoning and add to the sauce. Cook, stirring, for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the cream, Worcestershire, and hot sauce. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute, then stir in the green onions.
Spoon equal amounts of the crawfish and sauce into the center of the pastries and top with the pastry tops. Serve warm.
Creole Seasoning:
- 2 1/2 tablespoons sweet paprika
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon cayenne
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
Mix all of the ingredients together and store in an airtight container. Can be stored this way for up to 3 months.















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By kkmahon_7235708
Dallas, TX
on August 30, 2010
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I have made this sauce for several people on many different occaisions. It is always a winner. I sometime use it to top Filet Mignon or fish. If you want it a litle thicker and richer (yes, it is possible add a little shredded gruyere. Winner, winner crawfish dinner! I sub in shallots for the onion.
By brettni_12626178
Banks, 77
on February 13, 2010
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I love crawfish and this is my new favorite way to eat it! I made it for my Hubby for Valentine's Day and he loved it to. No changes to the recipe needed!
By akeeports_431456
Tucson, AZ
on October 10, 2004
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It is great served with rice as well. Many of dinner parties have been a huge success because of this recipe!!!!!
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