Shrimp Creole Recipe

Name: Shrimp Creole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 to 5 lb. peeled and deveined shrimp; 1/4 c. bacon drippings; 1/4 c. flour; 1 c. finely chopped celery; 1 c. finely chopped bell peppers; 2 c. finely chopped white onions; 1 c. chopped green onions; 1 stick oleo; 3 to 4 cloves garlic; 2 to 3 bay leaves; 1 small can tomato sauce; 1 large can chopped tomatoes; parsley to taste; salt and pepper to taste; Tabasco to taste; Worcestershire sauce to taste

Servings: persons

4 to 5 lb. peeled and deveined shrimp
1/4 c. bacon drippings
1/4 c. flour
1 c. finely chopped celery
1 c. finely chopped bell peppers
2 c. finely chopped white onions
1 c. chopped green onions
1 stick oleo
3 to 4 cloves garlic
2 to 3 bay leaves
1 small can tomato sauce
1 large can chopped tomatoes
parsley to taste
salt and pepper to taste
Tabasco to taste
Worcestershire sauce to taste

1
Saute celery, pepper, white and green onions in oleo.
2
Make roux with drippings and flour.
3
Pour roux and vegetables in big boiler.
4
Add tomato sauce, tomatoes and seasonings.
5
Cook for 1 1/2 hours.
6
Add shrimp and cook 20 more minutes.
7
Serve over cooked rice.
8
This is much better if made the day before serving.

454

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 to 5 lb. peeled and deveined shrimp, 1/4 c. bacon drippings, 1/4 c. flour, 1 c. finely chopped celery, 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.

Shrimp Creole

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