Get the Party Started with 27 Tasty Mardi Gras Recipes - PinkWhen (2024)

It’s not all about the beads, all about the music or even all about the purple, green and gold. Mardi Gras is also about the food and the drinks! Whether you’re feeling that New Orleans vibe sipping on a brandy milk punch or celebrating your inner Cajun with homemade beignets, there are lots of gorgeous Mardi Gras recipes you can make! Read on and choose some flavor-packed options!

New Orleans Brandy Milk Punch for Mardi Gras

This New Orleans brandy milk punch is a wonderful Mardi Gras co*cktail. First you make a homemade vanilla bean simple syrup and then combine it with brandy and milk along with a few other ingredients. This New Orleans milk punch is guaranteed to get your Mardi Gras party started on the right note!
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Olive Salad Muffaletta Spread

A great olive salad recipe is well worth knowing if you are looking for the best sandwich topping for a classic New Orleans sandwich. This olive sandwich spread boasts a combo of piquant flavours for that classic Mardi Gras food taste.
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Muffaletta Sandwich

Traditional muffaletta is the perfect combination of tasty ingredients. Boasting homemade olive spread along with delicious Italian deli meats and cheese, this is the ultimate sandwich if you love Italian food.
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How To Make A King Cake

King Cakes are a tradition during Mardi Gras and this tutorial on How to Make a King Cake is one of our favorites!
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Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp

Looking for an easy appetizer that tastes great? This recipe for Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp is one of the bests! Fast, easy, and delicious!
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Gluten Free Sweet Potato Casserole

Need a delicious Thanksgiving side dish? This Gluten Free Sweet Potato Casserole will not disappoint. It’s creamy and sweet with a crunchy topping.
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Gluten Free Corn Casserole

You don’t have to give up classic comfort food just because you are gluten free. This Gluten Free Corn Casserole is a simple side dish that will be a hit on your Thanksgiving or Christmas table and no one will know it’s gluten free.
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Prawn Étouffée

Prawn Étouffée, also know as Shrimp Étouffée in USA, is an easy prawn recipe that entails caramelising roux to achieve a dark and desirable seafood sauce.
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Gumbo Z’Herbes: Green Gumbo Recipe With Sausage & Ham

This Green Gumbo recipe, famously known as Gumbo Z’Herbes is a classic Louisiana dish. This stew features a mix of tender greens, dark roux and smoked sausage
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Cajun Seafood Boil In A Bag Plus Stovetop Instructions

If you’re looking for an inspired seafood dinner that is easy to make and incredibly flavorful, this Cajun seafood boil in a bag recipe is the perfect solution.
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Chicken and Shrimp Jambalaya Dip

Hot, cheesy Jambalaya Dip turns the classic Cajun dish into an easy Mardi Gras appetizer or game day party snack. Get your chips ready!
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Jambalaya Recipe

This jambalaya recipe is a mix of chicken, shrimp and sausage cooked with rice and vegetables in a zesty sauce. An easy one pot meal option.
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Mardi Gras Green Jello Shots (Easy Vodka Recipe)

Mardi Gras Green Jello Shots are layered jello shot with frosting around the rim. This King Cake jello shot recipe is a must make for adults.
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Easy Red Beans And Rice With Sausage

This quick and easy Red Beans and Rice with Sausage is ready to eat in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights!
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Seafood & Andouille Gumbo

Bursting with layers of flavor, seafood and andouille gumbo is one of the first stews I make during the transition between summer and fall.
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Cajun Maque Choux Macaroni Salad

This Cajun salad recipe with crispy bacon and corn, is a must-try, new go-to, summer-loving must-do. Inspired by the classic, Maque Choux, this Cajun macaroni salad recipe is easy, approachable, make-ahead, kid friendly, and pot-luck perfect.
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Creole Shrimp Deviled Eggs with Bacon

This Creole deviled eggs recipe with crisp bacon and succulent shrimp is a perfect shrimp appetizer. Shrimp creole taken to a whole new level.
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Homemade Mardi Gras King Cake

Celebrating Mardi Gras with the easiest Homemade King Cake. Perfectly sweet, soft, and fluffy sweet dough swirled with cinnamon and brown…
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Classic New Orleans Beignets

Keeping things sweet today with these Classic New Orleans Style Beignets. Not only are these sweet treats super simple, but they’re oh so…
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Homemade Muffaletta Bread

If there ever was a bread that you need to bake, it should be this homemade Muffaletta Bread! There’s nothing better than a simple rustic…
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Po’ Boys W. Cajun Coleslaw

A delicious + easy dinner recipe for fish po’ boys with a cajun slaw. This delicious recipe is great as a Mardi Gras recipe and beyond.
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Cajun Chicken Alfredo Recipe

Spice up your pasta night with this delicious Cajun Chicken Alfredo Recipe! Tender chicken breast coated in cajun seasoning, served on a bed of creamy alfredo sauce and fettuccine pasta. A perfect dish for those who love a little heat and comfort food. Easy to make in under an hour!
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Cajun Seafood Boil Recipe

Looking for a delicious Cajun Seafood Boil Recipe? Grab a variety of seafood, some sausage, potatoes, and sweet corn. Mix up a deliciously spicy and garlicky seasoned broth and buttery dipping sauce to take it to the next level!
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Pastalaya

Pastalaya is a Cajun favorite! Step by step images show how to make this classic Louisiana dish, perfect every time!
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Maque Choux

Making Maque Choux is a simple process and the dish itself is heavenly. Sweet flavors of corn mixed with slightly Cajun spiced seasonings.
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Red Beans And Rice (With Sausage!)

Made with Andouille sausage, ham, Creole seasoning, red beans, and rice, this dish packs some spiciness but you’ll come back for more!
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Bread Pudding

Old Fashioned Bread Pudding is a recipe that is easy to make and a classic for Christmas, Mardi Gras or any special meal.
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