Shrimp Creole Recipe

Name: Shrimp Creole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 stick butter; 1/4 c. flour; 1 c. coarsely ground onion; 1/2 c. chopped green pepper; 2 cans (15 oz.) tomatoes; 1/2 c. chopped celery; 1 small clove garlic, minced; 1 tsp. sugar; dash of cayenne pepper; 1 tsp. paprika; 1 small bay leaf; 4 to 6 drops hot pepper sauce; 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 stick butter
1/4 c. flour
1 c. coarsely ground onion
1/2 c. chopped green pepper
2 cans (15 oz.) tomatoes
1/2 c. chopped celery
1 small clove garlic, minced
1 tsp. sugar
dash of cayenne pepper
1 tsp. paprika
1 small bay leaf
4 to 6 drops hot pepper sauce
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce

1
In large saucepan, melt butter.
2
Add onion, celery and garlic. Cook until tender.
3
Add flour, salt, sugar, cayenne pepper, paprika, bay leaf and liquid hot pepper sauce.
4
Stir until blended and smooth.
5
Add green pepper, tomatoes and tomato sauce.
6
Cook 20 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally.
7
Add fresh shrimp and cook 10 minutes or until shrimp are pink.
8
Serve on rice. Makes 6 servings.

566

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.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1 stick butter, 1/4 c. flour, 1 c. coarsely ground onion, 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

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions