What Are Typical Cajun Dishes?
Cajun dishes are known for their spicy and bold flavors, often featuring ingredients like seafood, sausage, rice, and various vegetables. Some popular Cajun dishes include jambalaya, gumbo, crawfish étouffée, dirty rice, boudin, and red beans and rice. Many Cajun dishes also utilize the “holy trinity” of vegetables (onion, celery, and bell pepper) as a base, and are seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices, like cayenne pepper, paprika, and thyme.