Simple Shrimp Creole Recipe

Name: Simple Shrimp Creole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, chopped; 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper; 1/2 cup chopped celery; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper; 2 bay leaves; 1 pound peeled, medium-size fresh shrimp; 3 cups hot cooked rice

Servings: persons

1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
2 bay leaves
1 pound peeled, medium-size fresh shrimp
3 cups hot cooked rice

1
Saute first 4 ingredients in hot oil in a large skillet over medium heat 5 minutes or until onion is tender; gradually stir in flour until smooth. Stir in tomatoes and next 5 ingredients. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring occasionally, 20 minutes. Stir in shrimp, and cook 5 more minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Remove and discard bay leaves. Serve over hot cooked rice.
2
Chicken Creole: Prepare recipe as directed, substituting 1 pound boned and skinned chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces, for shrimp. Cook chicken an additional 5 minutes or until done. Proceed as directed. Prep: 15 min., Cook: 35 min.

830

kcal

Calories

Fat

124

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium onion, chopped, 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper, 1/2 cup chopped celery, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Simple 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.

Simple Shrimp Creole

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