Shrimp Stew Recipe

Name: Shrimp Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. medium, cooked shrimp; 1/4 c. Wesson oil; 1/4 c. flour; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 bell peppers, chopped; 1 Tbsp. gumbo file; 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. black pepper; 1 c. okra, sliced

Servings: persons

2 lb. medium, cooked shrimp
1/4 c. Wesson oil
1/4 c. flour
1 medium onion, chopped
2 bell peppers, chopped
1 Tbsp. gumbo file
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1 c. okra, sliced

1
Use Dutch oven size boiler; heat oil.
2
Add flour; begin making your roux.
3
Stir flour and oil mixture until it begins to brown, stirring occasionally, 10 to 15 minutes (adjust heat as needed). Let roux darken until it looks like it is going to burn.
4
When roux is dark enough, add 1 cup of boiling water (roux will thicken).
5
Stir in bell peppers and onion and cook for 10 minutes. Add another cup of boiling water and stir in gumbo file, cayenne pepper, salt and black pepper.
6
Cook for another 15 minutes and add shrimp; cook 15 minutes and add okra.
7
Continue to cook over medium heat at a slow simmer for about 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8
Serve with rice.

436

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. medium, cooked shrimp, 1/4 c. Wesson oil, 1/4 c. flour, 1 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Stew 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 Stew

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