Spicy Creole Shrimp Recipe

Name: Spicy Creole Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds medium shrimp peeled, deveined; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 cup vegetable oil; 2 onions chopped; 2 strips celery chopped; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1 green bell pepper large, chopped; 2 bay leaves; salt to taste; 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper; 2 teaspoons brown sugar; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce; 1 teaspoon dried rosemary; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 4 tomatoes chopped; 2 cups tomato sauce canned; 1 cup green onion chopped

Servings: persons

3 pounds medium shrimp peeled, deveined
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup vegetable oil
2 onions chopped
2 strips celery chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 green bell pepper large, chopped
2 bay leaves
salt to taste
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried basil
4 tomatoes chopped
2 cups tomato sauce canned
1 cup green onion chopped

1
In a heavy skillet, melt grease over medium heat.
2
Add the onions, celery, garlic and green bell pepper FYI - onions, celery & green bell pepper are known as the Holy Trinity in Cajun & Creole cooking.
3
Saute until soft and beginning to caramelize around the edges
4
Add the bay leaves, salt, black pepper, brown sugar, cayenne pepper,
5
Add hot sauce, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil
6
Add crushed rosemary, crushed thyme, crushed basil
7
Add tomatoes, and tomato sauce.
8
Cover and simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes.
9
Add the cleaned and deveined shrimp. Stir, cover and turn off the heat.
10
Let the shrimp sit for 15 to 20 minutes or until pink throughout.
11
Sprinkle the green onions on top.

1179

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

123

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds medium shrimp peeled, deveined, 2 cups chicken broth, 1 cup vegetable oil, 2 onions chopped, and more.

Yes, Spicy Creole Shrimp 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.

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Spicy Creole Shrimp

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Variations & substitutions

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