Ann's Classic Shrimp Étouffée

Name: Ann's Classic Shrimp Étouffée
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h 40 min
Total time: 2 h 10 min
Yield: 20 servings
Cuisine: Cajun and Creole, Southern Recipes
Ingredients: 4 tbsp All-Purpose Flour; 0.5 tsp Black Pepper; 1 cup Butter; 6 stalk Celery Sticks; 3 cloves Garlic; 5 lb Large Shrimp; 1 cup Mushrooms; 3 tbsp Paprika; 0.5 tsp Red Pepper Flakes; 0.5 tsp Salt; 2 cups Water; 2 whole White Onion

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 Cajun and Creole 🇺🇸Southern Recipes 🇺🇸 High-Protein 💪Low-Carb Low-Sodium Halal 🕌Comfort-Food Pescatarian 🐟

Ann's Classic Shrimp Étouffée wraps tender shrimp in a buttery, paprika-scented gravy with sweet onions, celery, and mushrooms for a lush, pepper-kissed finish. The sauce is rich and comforting, perfect spooned over hot rice for a cozy dinner or a weekend gathering when you want a taste of Louisiana warmth.

Prep30 mins
Cook1 hr 40 mins
Serves20
DifficultyMedium

1

In a large skillet, melt the butter and sauté the onions, celery, and garlic for about 45 minutes, or until they are cooked down.
2

Stir in the flour and cook briefly without browning. Add the chopped shrimp and cook for 20 minutes.
3

Pour in 2 to 3 cups of water and the mushrooms. Stir in the paprika and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 30 minutes until thick with a gravy-like consistency.