Ham And Shrimp Gravy Recipe

Name: Ham And Shrimp Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter; 6 ounces smoked ham, diced; 1 red bell pepper, finely diced; 1/2 cup finely diced celery; 4 green onions, chopped, white and green parts separated; 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, finely diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional); 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning; 3 tablespoons flour; 3 1/2 cups cold chicken broth; 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 pound small raw shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 pinch salt, or to taste; 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons butter
6 ounces smoked ham, diced
1 red bell pepper, finely diced
1/2 cup finely diced celery
4 green onions, chopped, white and green parts separated
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
3 tablespoons flour
3 1/2 cups cold chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pound small raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 pinch salt, or to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste

1
["Melt butter over medium heat in a deep frying pan. Stir in diced ham and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
2
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3
Watch Now", "Stir in flour; cook and stir until flour is no longer gritty, about 3 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce; increase heat to medium-high. Simmer until vegetables are soft and liquid is reduced and thick, 10 to 15 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low.
4
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5
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740

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

103

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 4 tablespoons butter, 6 ounces smoked ham, diced, 1 red bell pepper, finely diced, 1/2 cup finely diced celery, and more.

Yes, Ham And Shrimp Gravy 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!

Ham And Shrimp Gravy

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