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Shrimp Creole Recipe

Savory Shrimp Creole Recipe for a Quick New Orleans Feast

This Shrimp Creole recipe captures the essence of New Orleans with vibrant flavors and a quick preparation, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Creole, Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Canola Oil Used for sautéing; adds moisture.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Adds richness and flavor.
  • 1 piece Onion Finely chopped.
  • 1 piece Green Bell Pepper Adds sweetness and crunch.
  • 2 stalks Celery Chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun/Creole Seasoning Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Introduces herbal notes.
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 piece Bay Leaf Remove before serving.
  • 15 ounces Tomato Sauce Forms the base of the dish.
  • 1 cup Water Used for thinning the sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Adds depth of flavor.
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp (16-20 count) Peeled, deveined, and tails removed.
  • to taste Tabasco Sauce Add for extra heat.
  • to taste Salt For seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper For seasoning.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish.
For Serving
  • 1 piece Lemon Wedges Enhances flavor.
  • 4 cups Cooked Rice Perfect to absorb the sauce.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the canola oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter is melted.
  2. Sauté the onion, green bell pepper, and celery for 10-12 minutes until softened.
  3. Incorporate the garlic, Cajun seasoning, thyme, cayenne pepper, and bay leaf, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add tomato sauce, water, and Worcestershire sauce, stirring well. Bring to a gentle boil for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat and let the sauce simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Add the shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes until they turn pink and firm.
  7. Season with Tabasco, salt, and pepper. Remove bay leaf.
  8. Serve over cooked rice, garnishing with parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, sauté spices first and avoid overcooking shrimp to maintain their tenderness.

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