Big Easy Shrimp Recipe

Name: Big Easy Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 slices turkey bacon or 2 slices Canadian bacon; 1 onion, chopped; 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped; 1 celery rib, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 (16 ounce) can chopped tomatoes; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Servings: persons

1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 slices turkey bacon or 2 slices Canadian bacon
1 onion, chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (16 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

1
Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Place on paper towel to drain.
2
Over medium heat, in hot drippings, cook onion, bell pepper, and celery for 5 minutes or until tender.
3
Stir in garlic and cook for one more minute.
4
Add tomatoes with juice, bay leaf, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and hot-pepper sauce.
5
Heat to boiling, then reduce to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
6
Add shrimp and crumble in the bacon.
7
Cook for 10 minutes or until shrimp are opaque.
8
Remove bay leaf before serving.

202

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Fat

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, 2 slices turkey bacon or 2 slices Canadian bacon, 1 onion, chopped, 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Big Easy Shrimp 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Big Easy Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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