Quick Shrimp Creole

Name: Quick Shrimp Creole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3-4 Tbsp butter; 1 onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, diced; 1 tsp thyme; 15 oz can tomatoes, diced; 2 bay leaves; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper; 1/2 lb peeled, deveined shrimp (plus any liquid they came in, up to a cup); 1 tsp tomato paste; salt and pepper to taste

Eats Now Editorial Team · 627 kcal · Seafood

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Quick Shrimp Creole – a delicious recipe with butter, onion, garlic, thyme, tomatoes, bay leaves. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

3-4 Tbsp butter
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, diced
1 tsp thyme
15 oz can tomatoes, diced
2 bay leaves
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 lb peeled, deveined shrimp (plus any liquid they came in, up to a cup)
1 tsp tomato paste
salt and pepper to taste

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Melt the butter in a large skillet. Saute the onion until soft, then add garlic and thyme. After a minute add tomatoes, bay leaves, and pepper. Cover and let simmer for at least five minutes or shortly before serving. Add shrimp, cover, and simmer for five minutes. Mix in tomato paste, salt and pepper. Serve over rice or polenta (or grain of your choice).

627

kcal

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Protein

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* 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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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3-4 Tbsp butter, 1 onion, diced, 2 cloves garlic, diced, 1 tsp thyme, and more.

Yes, Quick 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
627 kcal
Category
Seafood

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