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Best Shrimp Creole

Best Shrimp Creole Recipe for a Flavorful Night In

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Big Easy with the Best Shrimp Creole, a tomato-rich dish bursting with Cajun and Creole spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun, Creole
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creole Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Canola Oil Substitute with ghee for richer flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Can be omitted for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 Onion Chopped.
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper Diced.
  • 1 cup Celery Chopped.
  • 4 Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun/Creole Seasoning Adjust according to your spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be substituted.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 Bay Leaf Remove before serving.
  • 15 ounces Tomato Sauce
  • 1 cup Water Used to rinse the can.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp (16-20 count, peeled and deveined) Cook until just firm.
  • Tabasco Sauce Optional for additional heat.
  • Salt and Pepper To taste.
For Serving
  • Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish.
  • Lemon Wedges For brightening flavors.
  • Cooked Rice Traditional base for serving.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Best Shrimp Creole
  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt the butter until shimmering.
  2. Sauté the onion, green bell pepper, and celery until soft and translucent, about 10-12 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and spices, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in tomato sauce, water, and Worcestershire sauce, bringing to a boil before reducing heat and simmering for 8-10 minutes.
  5. Fold in shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes until just firm and opaque.
  6. Season to taste with Tabasco sauce, salt, and pepper, and remove the bay leaf.
  7. Garnish with parsley and serve over rice with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is customizable; substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu. Prepare the sauce in advance for easier meal prep.

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