Bayou Eggplant And Shrimp Dressing Recipe

Name: Bayou Eggplant And Shrimp Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 stalks celery, with leaves, chopped; 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped; 2 -3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/2 lbs eggplants, cut into 1 inch cubes; 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, and coarsely chopped; 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning; 10 cups coarsely crumbled cornbread (dried overnight); 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley; 3 eggs, beaten; 1 - 1 1/2 cup chicken broth (or as needed) or 1 -1 1/2 cup turkey broth (or as needed); 3/4 teaspoon salt, to taste; 1/4 teaspoon pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, with leaves, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 lbs eggplants, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, and coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
10 cups coarsely crumbled cornbread (dried overnight)
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
3 eggs, beaten
1 - 1 1/2 cup chicken broth (or as needed) or 1 -1 1/2 cup turkey broth (or as needed)
3/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper, to taste

1
Heat the oil (medium heat) in a large non-stick skillet.
2
Add in the onion, celery, bell pepper, and garlic.
3
Saute/stir for 5 minutes or until the onion is soft.
4
Add in the eggplant, stir to combine.
5
Cover and continue to cook for 8-10 minutes or until the eggplant is tender; stir frequently.
6
Add in the shrimp and Cajun seasoning; cook/stir for 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp are pink.
7
Put the shrimp mixture into a large mixing bowl; add in the crumbled cornbread and parsley.
8
Gradually stir in the eggs and approximately 1 cup broth, until the mixture is evenly moist but not soggy.
9
Season to with salt and pepper to taste.
10
Transfer mixture to a buttered casserole dish; drizzle with 1/2 cup broth.
11
Cover and bake in a 350u00b0 oven for about 30 minutes; uncover the last 15 minutes of cooking time if you want a crusty dressing.

1025

kcal

Calories

Fat

148

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 large onion, chopped, 2 stalks celery, with leaves, chopped, 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Bayou Eggplant And Shrimp Dressing falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bayou Eggplant And Shrimp Dressing

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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