REVIEW: Cauliflower Dirty Rice and Crawfish Etouffee at CityWalk for Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

Katie Francis

REVIEW: Cauliflower Dirty Rice and Crawfish Etouffee at CityWalk for Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023 has spread to CityWalk this year. Three booths are serving New Orleans-inspired cuisine, and this one offers Cauliflower Dirty Rice and Crawfish Etouffee.

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Menu for CityWalk New Orleans Booth at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

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Food:

  • 🆕 Cauliflower Dirty Rice – $6.49
  • 🆕 Crawfish Etouffee – $5.49

Beverages:

  • Category 5 Punch – $12 for 12 oz. single serve, $13.50 for 12 oz. souvenir cup, or $16.50 for 20 oz. souvenir cup
  • Abita Purple Haze – $11.50 for 20 oz. single serve or 12 oz. souvenir cup, $14.50 for 20 oz. souvenir cup

Photos of Menu Items for CityWalk New Orleans Booth at Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023

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*NEW* Cauliflower Dirty Rice – $6.49

riced cauliflower, Gardein crumbles, black eyed peas, and Cajun spices

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We liked this but felt like it was missing something. It’s thick like a chili, with a hearty tomato flavor. It reminded us of a sloppy joe. If they put the chili on a baked potato or served it on a roll as a sandwich, we would have loved it! But alone, it feels incomplete. The flavor is spicy and savory and acidic and delicious, but just needs a little something to complement it.

*NEW* Crawfish Etouffee – $5.49

creamy crawfish and vegetable stew, over white rice

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The vegetable stew is salty and pairs well with the rice.

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The crawfish is perfectly cooked. This would be a great option on a cool night. It’s not overly spicy, just nicely seasoned and savory.

Category 5 Punch – $12 for 12 oz. single serve, $13.50 for 12 oz. souvenir cup, or $16.50 for 20 oz. souvenir cup

Myers’s Dark rum, Cruzan Aged Dark rum, passion fruit purée, mixed with grenadine, orange and lime juice

Abita Purple Haze (ABV 4.2%) – $11.50 for 20 oz. single serve or 12 oz. souvenir cup, $14.50 for 20 oz. souvenir cup

a lager brewed with real raspberries, wheat malts, and Wanguard hops

Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval runs from February 4 through April 16.

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