Louisiana Shrimp Creole

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Louisiana Shrimp Creole brings the vibrant flavors of the Gulf Coast to your kitchen. This pescatarian-friendly dish features succulent shrimp simmered in a rich, zesty tomato sauce, complemented by the classic Cajun Holy Trinity of onions, celery, and bell peppers. Perfect for serving over rice, this versatile recipe can be adjusted to your spice preference, making it suitable for any palate.

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Overview

Louisiana Shrimp Creole is a flavorful dish that brings the taste of the Gulf Coast to your table. This recipe features shrimp cooked in a rich tomato sauce with the Cajun Holy Trinity of onions, celery, and bell peppers. It's a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side, and the heat can be adjusted with hot sauce to suit your taste. Serve it over rice for a complete meal.

Diet Type

Pescatarian

Allergies

Shellfish

Cuisine

Cajun

Serving Size: 5

Cooking Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 Tablespoons butter
• 0.5 Cups onion, minced
• 0.5 Cups green bell pepper, minced
• 0.5 Cups celery, minced
• 2 Whole garlic cloves, minced
• 2 Tablespoons cornstarch
• 14.5 Ounces stewed tomatoes
• 8 Ounces tomato sauce
• 1 Cup water
• 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 Teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 Teaspoon chili powder
• 1 Pinch hot pepper sauce, to taste
• 1 Pound medium shrimp, peeled
• 1 Tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
• 2 Teaspoons fresh thyme, minced (optional)

Steps

1. Melt the butter in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, green bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Cook and stir until the onion has softened and the bell pepper is tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.
2. Mix in the cornstarch. Stir in the stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, Cajun seasoning, and hot pepper sauce. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring frequently.
3. Stir in the shrimp, lemon juice, and fresh thyme. Cook until the shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, about 5 minutes.
4. Serve the shrimp Creole over rice and enjoy!

This dish is perfect for those who love bold flavors and a touch of spice. Adjust the hot sauce to your preference and enjoy a taste of Louisiana in your own home.