Shrimp Fricassee Recipe

Name: Shrimp Fricassee
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. raw shrimp, cleaned and deveined; 2 c. water; 1 Tbsp. crab boil mix; 3 or 4 lemon slices; 1/2 c. flour; 1/3 c. salad oil; 2/3 c. shrimp stock; 1 c. onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1/8 tsp. thyme; 1/8 tsp. cayenne; 1/2 tsp. black pepper; 1 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. sugar; 1 Tbsp. parsley, minced

Servings: persons

1 lb. raw shrimp, cleaned and deveined
2 c. water
1 Tbsp. crab boil mix
3 or 4 lemon slices
1/2 c. flour
1/3 c. salad oil
2/3 c. shrimp stock
1 c. onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/8 tsp. thyme
1/8 tsp. cayenne
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. sugar
1 Tbsp. parsley, minced

1
Simmer the crab boil mix, water and lemon slices for 15 minutes.
2
Add shrimp; bring to a boil and simmer 5 minutes. Drain and save the liquid.
3
Peel.
4
Save lemon slices.
5
Make a roux in an iron skillet of the flour and oil.
6
Stir over medium heat until dark brown.
7
Add shrimp stock, onion, garlic, thyme, cayenne, black pepper, salt and sugar to the roux and cook slowly, stirring frequently, until onion is very soft.
8
If too thick, add a little of the remaining shrimp stock.
9
Stir in peeled shrimp and heat.
10
Mix in parsley or onion tops and heat.
11
Serve with steamed rice or very fresh soft white bread.

523

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. raw shrimp, cleaned and deveined, 2 c. water, 1 Tbsp. crab boil mix, 3 or 4 lemon slices, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Fricassee 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shrimp Fricassee

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