Shrimp Creole Recipe With Rice

August 10, 2023 Post a Comment

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Spicy Shrimp Creole from Nicole Fit, Fyne & Fabulous from www.fitfynefabulous.com

Description

Shrimp Creole is a classic New Orleans dish that combines the flavors of tomatoes, vegetables, and seafood to create a rich and spicy stew. This recipe is perfect for seafood lovers who want to try something new and exciting in the kitchen. The shrimp is cooked in a delicious tomato-based sauce that is flavored with herbs and spices, and served over a bed of fluffy white rice.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is around 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is about 40 minutes.

Ingredients

- 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined - 1 tablespoon of olive oil - 1 onion, chopped - 1 green bell pepper, chopped - 2 stalks of celery, chopped - 2 cloves of garlic, minced - 1 can of diced tomatoes - 1 tablespoon of tomato paste - 1 tablespoon of Creole seasoning - 1 teaspoon of dried thyme - 1 teaspoon of dried oregano - 1 bay leaf - Salt and pepper to taste - 2 cups of cooked white rice

Equipment

- Large skillet or Dutch oven - Wooden spoon or spatula - Cutting board - Chef’s knife

Method

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. 2. Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are softened. 3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another minute. 4. Add the can of diced tomatoes and tomato paste to the skillet and stir to combine. 5. Add the Creole seasoning, dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper to the skillet and stir to combine. 6. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes or until the sauce has thickened. 7. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet and stir to combine. 8. Cook the shrimp in the sauce for about 5 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through. 9. Remove the bay leaf from the skillet and discard. 10. Serve the shrimp creole over a bed of cooked white rice.

Notes

- To save time, you can use pre-cooked shrimp in this recipe. - This recipe can be made spicier by adding more Creole seasoning or a dash of hot sauce. - You can also add other vegetables to the dish, such as okra or diced tomatoes.

Nutrition Info

- Calories: 315 - Fat: 5g - Saturated Fat: 1g - Cholesterol: 172mg - Sodium: 1080mg - Carbohydrates: 38g - Fiber: 4g - Sugar: 7g - Protein: 29g

Recipe Tips

- Make sure to devein the shrimp before cooking to remove the dark vein that runs down the back of the shrimp. - You can use any type of white rice for this recipe, but long-grain rice works best. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.