Shrimp Jambalaya Recipe

Name: Shrimp Jambalaya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. peeled shrimp; 4 c. cooked rice; 2 Tbsp. tomato paste; 1 tsp. sugar; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 c. chopped onions; 2 c. water; 1/2 c. chopped celery; 1/2 c. chopped bell pepper; 1/4 lb. oleo or 1 c. oil; 1/2 tsp. cornstarch; 1/2 c. green onions and parsley, chopped fine; salt and pepper (red cayenne pepper)

Servings: persons

1 lb. peeled shrimp
4 c. cooked rice
2 Tbsp. tomato paste
1 tsp. sugar
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 c. chopped onions
2 c. water
1/2 c. chopped celery
1/2 c. chopped bell pepper
1/4 lb. oleo or 1 c. oil
1/2 tsp. cornstarch
1/2 c. green onions and parsley, chopped fine
salt and pepper (red cayenne pepper)

1
Cook rice separately.
2
Chop shrimp and set aside.
3
Melt oleo or oil.
4
Add onions, celery, bell pepper and garlic in a heavy pot. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat until onions are wilted.
5
Add tomato paste and cook, stirring constantly, for about 15 minutes. Add 1 1/2 cups water.
6
Season to taste with salt and black and red peppers.
7
Add sugar and cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 40 minutes.
8
Add shrimp and continue cooking another 20 minutes. Dissolve cornstarch in 1/2 cup water and add.
9
Cook another 5 minutes; mix ingredients with cooked rice.
10
Add green onion and parsley.
11
Mix again.

1289

kcal

Calories

Fat

203

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. peeled shrimp, 4 c. cooked rice, 2 Tbsp. tomato paste, 1 tsp. sugar, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Jambalaya 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 Jambalaya

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