Shrimp Creole

Name: Shrimp Creole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. fresh peeled, deveined and washed shrimp; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 lemon; 2 1/2 c. water; 2 Tbsp. cooking oil; 1 onion, chopped; 1 clove garlic, mashed; 2 c. whole tomatoes, fresh or canned; 1/2 c. tomato sauce; liquid from boiled shrimp; 1/2 tsp. sugar; small piece of bell pepper, cut fine; 1 tsp. sweet basil; pinch of nutmeg; 1/2 tsp. red pepper; 1 tsp. cornstarch; chopped parsley; onion tops, chopped

Eats Now Editorial Team · 228 kcal · Seafood

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Shrimp Creole – a delicious recipe with fresh, bay leaf, lemon, water, cooking oil, onion. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

1 lb. fresh peeled, deveined and washed shrimp
1 bay leaf
1/2 lemon
2 1/2 c. water
2 Tbsp. cooking oil
1 onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, mashed
2 c. whole tomatoes, fresh or canned
1/2 c. tomato sauce
liquid from boiled shrimp
1/2 tsp. sugar
small piece of bell pepper, cut fine
1 tsp. sweet basil
pinch of nutmeg
1/2 tsp. red pepper
1 tsp. cornstarch
chopped parsley
onion tops, chopped

1
In a stew pan, add water, salt, bay leaf and lemon.
2
Bring to boil, then add shrimp.
3
Cover and cook 5 minutes.
4
Drain and reserve liquid.

228

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. fresh peeled, deveined and washed shrimp, 1 bay leaf, 1/2 lemon, 2 1/2 c. water, and more.

Yes, 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
228 kcal
Category
Seafood

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