Shrimp Creole

Name: Shrimp Creole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 Tbsp. butter; 1 c. chopped onion; 1 c. chopped celery; 1/2 c. green pepper; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 1/2 c. diced tomatoes; 3 Tbsp. chopped parsley; 1 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper; 3 bay leaves; 3 c. water; 3 lb. raw shrimp, cleaned; 2 Tbsp. flour, mixed in cold water

Eats Now Editorial Team · 542 kcal · Seafood

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Shrimp Creole – a delicious recipe with butter, onion, celery, green pepper, garlic, tomatoes. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

4 Tbsp. butter
1 c. chopped onion
1 c. chopped celery
1/2 c. green pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 1/2 c. diced tomatoes
3 Tbsp. chopped parsley
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
3 bay leaves
3 c. water
3 lb. raw shrimp, cleaned
2 Tbsp. flour, mixed in cold water

1
Melt butter in saucepan.
2
Saute onion, celery and green pepper until soft, about 5 minutes.
3
Stir in garlic.
4
Fry about 5 more minutes.
5
Remove pan from direct heat and slowly stir in flour. Add parsley, bay leaves, salt, cayenne and tomatoes.
6
Simmer 15 minutes.
7
Add shrimp; cover and simmer 30 minutes.
8
Serve over cooked, fluffy rice.

542

kcal

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 Tbsp. butter, 1 c. chopped onion, 1 c. chopped celery, 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
542 kcal
Category
Seafood

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