Shrimp Creole

Name: Shrimp Creole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. oil; 1/4 c. flour; 2 c. chopped onion; 1/2 c. green pepper; 1 c. chopped celery; 2 (8 oz.) cans tomato sauce; 2 lb. shrimp (raw or boiled); 2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. black pepper; 1/8 tsp. red pepper; 1/4 to 1/2 c. water; 1 1/2 tsp. parsley; 1 1/2 tsp. green onion tops, chopped; cooked rice

Eats Now Editorial Team · 622 kcal · Seafood

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Shrimp Creole – a delicious recipe with oil, flour, onion, green pepper, celery, tomato sauce. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

1/2 c. oil
1/4 c. flour
2 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. green pepper
1 c. chopped celery
2 (8 oz.) cans tomato sauce
2 lb. shrimp (raw or boiled)
2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/8 tsp. red pepper
1/4 to 1/2 c. water
1 1/2 tsp. parsley
1 1/2 tsp. green onion tops, chopped
cooked rice

1
Make golden brown roux of oil and flour.
2
Add onion, green pepper and celery and cook slowly until clear.
3
Add tomato sauce and cook, covered, over low heat for 20 minutes.
4
Add shrimp (if raw, cook until pink), salt and black and red pepper.
5
Add water, if necessary.
6
Cook 10 to 15 minutes.
7
When ready to serve, stir in parsley and onion tops.
8
Serve on rice.

622

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. oil, 1/4 c. flour, 2 c. chopped onion, 1/2 c. green pepper, 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
622 kcal
Category
Seafood

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