Savory Shrimp Creole Recipe: Quick New Orleans Delight

Indulge in this Shrimp Creole recipe, a quick and flavorful dish embodying the spirit of New Orleans.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Cajun, Creole

Calories: 379

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, chopped opt for yellow or white
1 green bell pepper, chopped can swap with any colored bell pepper
1 celery stalk, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced use fresh

For the Flavor

1 tablespoon Cajun/Creole seasoning adjust to taste
1 teaspoon dried thyme fresh thyme can elevate the dish
0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper omit for a milder option
1 bay leaf remove before serving

For the Sauce

15 ounces tomato sauce crushed tomatoes can work as a substitute
0.5 cup water broth can enhance flavor
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce soy sauce is an alternative

For the Star Ingredient

1 pound large shrimp (16-20 count), peeled and deveined scallops can be an alternative
to taste Tabasco sauce optional

For Serving

to taste salt
to taste black pepper
to taste fresh parsley, for garnish
as needed lemon wedges for serving
as needed cooked rice for serving

Equipment

Large nonstick skillet

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of canola oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes.
Add 1 chopped onion, 1 chopped green bell pepper, and 1 chopped celery stalk to the skillet. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper, and 1 bay leaf. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in 15 ounces of tomato sauce, ½ cup of water, and 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 8-10 minutes until slightly thickened.
Fold in 1 pound of large shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are pink and firm.
Remove the bay leaf and season with Tabasco sauce, salt, and black pepper. Serve over cooked rice, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 379kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal flavors, use fresh ingredients and adjust seasonings to your preference.

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