Authentic Spicy Shrimp Creole Recipe

Name: Authentic Spicy Shrimp Creole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs shrimp, peeled; 3 small bell peppers, diced; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 1 bunch green onion, chopped; 2 -3 garlic cloves, chopped fine; 3/4 cup vegetable oil (or canola); 4 tablespoons flour; 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (Tabasco); 4 -5 cups boiling water; salt and pepper; cajun seasoning (optional)

Servings: persons

3 lbs shrimp, peeled
3 small bell peppers, diced
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 bunch green onion, chopped
2 -3 garlic cloves, chopped fine
3/4 cup vegetable oil (or canola)
4 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (Tabasco)
4 -5 cups boiling water
salt and pepper
cajun seasoning (optional)

1
Over medium heat make a roux with the vegetable oil and flour.
2
Stir continuously until the roux is the color of a paper bag.
3
Add bell pepper, garlic, green onions and Tabasco.
4
Keep cooking until the veggies get soft.
5
Add the tomato paste and the water, making sure to mix well.
6
Add shrimp; cover and simmer for about 15 minutes over low heat, making sure to stir every once and a while.
7
Uncover and cook until desired consistency.
8
Add salt and pepper to taste and Cajun seasoning if desired.
9
Serve over hot white rice with french bread on the side to soak up the juices.

1776

kcal

Calories

145

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs shrimp, peeled, 3 small bell peppers, diced, 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste, 1 bunch green onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Authentic Spicy Shrimp Creole falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Authentic Spicy Shrimp Creole

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