Mamas Shrimp Creole Recipe

Name: Mamas Shrimp Creole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp (21/25 count), peeled and deveined; Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup canola oil; 1 onion, preferably Vidalia, chopped; 3 stalks celery, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, very finely chopped; 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste; 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar; 2 cups water, plus more if needed; Pinch of cayenne pepper; 4 green onions, white and green parts, chopped, for garnish; $20,000 Rice Pilaf (page 158), for accompaniment

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds large shrimp (21/25 count), peeled and deveined
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup canola oil
1 onion, preferably Vidalia, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
4 cloves garlic, very finely chopped
1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
2 cups water, plus more if needed
Pinch of cayenne pepper
4 green onions, white and green parts, chopped, for garnish
$20,000 Rice Pilaf (page 158), for accompaniment

1
Place the shrimp in a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
2
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate to marinate while you prepare the vegetables.
3
In a heavy-bottomed skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.
4
Add the onion and celery and cook until soft and translucent, 3 to 5 minutes.
5
Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 45 to 60 seconds.
6
Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring constantly, an additional 5 minutes.
7
Add the tomato sauce, sugar, water, and cayenne pepper.
8
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then decrease the heat to low.
9
Simmer until the oil rises to the surface, stirring occasionally, about 40 minutes.
10
(Use more water if the sauce gets too thick.)
11
Add the shrimp and cook until pink, 3 to 5 minutes.
12
Taste and adjust for seasoning with salt and pepper.
13
Garnish with the green onions.
14
Serve with rice pilaf.

514

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* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp (21/25 count), peeled and deveined, Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1/2 cup canola oil, 1 onion, preferably Vidalia, chopped, and more.

Yes, Mamas 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.

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Mamas Shrimp Creole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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