Shrimp Creole(Microwave) Recipe

Name: Shrimp Creole(Microwave)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. shortening; 3 Tbsp. flour; 3/4 c. chopped onion; 1/2 c. chopped green onion; 1/2 c. chopped celery with leaves; 1/2 chopped green pepper; 1 large clove garlic, pressed; 1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste; 1 c. (16 oz.) whole tomatoes; 1/4 c. water; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1 1/2 tsp. lemon juice; 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper; 2 bay leaves; 1/2 tsp. sugar; 1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce; 2 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Servings: persons

3 Tbsp. shortening
3 Tbsp. flour
3/4 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. chopped green onion
1/2 c. chopped celery with leaves
1/2 chopped green pepper
1 large clove garlic, pressed
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
1 c. (16 oz.) whole tomatoes
1/4 c. water
1/4 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. lemon juice
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
2 bay leaves
1/2 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
2 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

1
In a 2-quart casserole, melt shortening at High for 1 to 2 minutes; blend in flour.
2
Add onions, celery, green pepper and garlic.
3
Microwave at High for 3 to 4 1/2 minutes or until onion is transparent; stir in tomato paste until smooth.
4
Add remaining ingredients except shrimp.
5
Cover and microwave at Medium 20 to 25 minutes or until sauce is thick and bubbly, stirring once or twice. Stir in shrimp; cover and microwave at 50% Medium 3 1/2 to 7 1/2 minutes or until shrimp is opaque, stirring once or twice.
6
Do not overcook.
7
Let stand, covered, 3 to 5 minutes.
8
This dish is best made in advance and reheated.

360

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Tbsp. shortening, 3 Tbsp. flour, 3/4 c. chopped onion, 1/2 c. chopped green onion, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Creole(Microwave) 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(Microwave)

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