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shrimp creole

Shrimp Creole

Discover the authentic taste of New Orleans with our shrimp creole recipe. Enjoy the bold spices and fresh seafood!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Course dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 249 kcal

Equipment

  • 4 quart saucepan
  • Large cast iron skillet

Ingredients
 

  • 2 cups Jasmine rice
  • 4 cups Water
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1 cup Yellow onion, diced
  • 1 cup Red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup Celery, diced
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp Chili powder
  • 2 cups Diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups Tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp Sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Louisiana hot sauce
  • 1 lb Shrimp (raw, thawed)

Instructions
 

  • Measure rice into a pot and rinse. Add water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • In a large cast iron skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Add onion, bell pepper, and celery to the skillet and sauté until tender.
  • Once the vegetables are soft, season with cajun seasoning, chili powder, salt and pepper.
  • Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and Louisiana hot sauce.
  • Stir to combine all ingredients and simmer for 25-30 minutes.
  • Add the shrimp to the skillet. Cook the shrimp in the sauce flipping after 3-4 minutes. Continue to cook for an additional 3 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  • To serve, scoop 1/2 cup of rice onto a plate. Generously cover the rice with the shrimp creole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 249kcal
Keyword creole
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