What is Chef John's Louisiana-Style Shrimp Étouffée made of?

The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Butter, Cayenne Pepper, Celery. The full list of 22 is above.

How long does it take to make Chef John's Louisiana-Style Shrimp Étouffée?

About 55 mins in total: 35 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.

How many calories are in one serving?

One serving provides about 679.57 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.

Is Chef John's Louisiana-Style Shrimp Étouffée easy to make?

This recipe is rated medium, with 22 ingredients and 8 steps.

Is Chef John's Louisiana-Style Shrimp Étouffée healthy?

Chef John's Louisiana-Style Shrimp Étouffée has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 679.57 calories and 54.16 g of protein, or 108% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 565.24 mg (25% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.8 g (34% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Celery and Tomatoes, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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Chef John's Louisiana-Style Shrimp Étouffée

Name: Chef John's Louisiana-Style Shrimp Étouffée
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cajun and Creole, Southern Recipes
Ingredients: 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour; 0.25 tsp Black Pepper; 3 tbsp Butter; 0.25 tsp Cayenne Pepper; 0.33 cup Celery; 1.75 cups Chicken Stock; 0.33 cup Diced Green Bell Pepper; 0.33 cup Diced Onion; 0.5 cup Diced Tomatoes; 0.25 tsp Dried Oregano; 0.25 tsp Garlic Powder; 0.25 cup Green Onion; 0.25 tsp Ground Thyme; 1 dash Hot Sauce; 0.25 tsp Onion Powder; 0.75 tsp Paprika; 2 cups Rice; 0.5 tsp Salt; 2 lb Shrimp; 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 0.25 tsp White Pepper; 0.5 tsp Worcestershire Sauce

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Chef John's Louisiana-Style Shrimp Étouffée is rich and peppery, with a buttery roux that carries sweet shrimp and the classic trinity of onion, celery, and bell pepper. A hint of cayenne and Worcestershire deepens the gravy-like sauce, perfect spooned over warm rice. Serve it for a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive weekend meal when you want comforting Southern flavors.

Prep35 mins
Cook20 mins
Serves4
DifficultyMedium

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chef John's Louisiana-Style Shrimp Étouffée, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

50 Health Score

Glycemic ImpactFair: 55 / 100; Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor: 0 / 100; Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityGood: 90 / 100; Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed: 1 / 4; Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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Heart Health: 60
Metabolic: 19
Digestive: 28
Inflammatory: 57
Performance: 44
General Wellness

1

Whisk paprika, thyme, oregano, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, white pepper, and black pepper together in a small bowl; set the spice blend aside.
2

Drain the shrimp in a colander for at least 15 minutes. Transfer to a bowl lined with paper towels; pat the shrimp dry for about 3 minutes. Remove the paper towels from the bowl. Season the shrimp with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon of the spice blend; toss to coat.
3

Heat the oil in a large heavy skillet over high heat until it is smoking. Add the shrimp; cook without stirring for 1 minute. Stir, then cook 1 minute more.
4

Transfer the shrimp to a large bowl; set aside until juice collects in the bowl. Strain the shrimp juices into the chicken stock to total 2 cups, adding more chicken stock if needed. Set aside.
5

Melt the butter in the same skillet over medium heat until it starts to turn tan at the edges. Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery; cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the remaining spice blend.
6

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables; cook, stirring, until combined, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes; cook until the tomato juices begin to brown on the bottom of the skillet, about 3 minutes. Whisk in the chicken stock mixture, stirring until smooth. Bring to a simmer; cook until slightly thickened and reduced to a gravy-like consistency, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the Worcestershire and hot sauce; season with salt.
7

Stir the shrimp into the étouffée sauce; simmer until the shrimp are no longer translucent and cooked through, about 1 minute.
8

Serve over rice in large, shallow bowls; garnish with green onions and a light dusting of cayenne pepper.

About This Recipe

Chef John's Louisiana Style Shrimp Étouffée is made with 22 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 55 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Butter, and Cayenne Pepper. Each serving provides about 679.57 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Chef John's Louisiana-Style Shrimp Étouffée made of?: The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Butter, Cayenne Pepper, Celery. The full list of 22 is above.
How long does it take to make Chef John's Louisiana-Style Shrimp Étouffée?: About 55 mins in total: 35 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?: One serving provides about 679.57 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Chef John's Louisiana-Style Shrimp Étouffée easy to make?: This recipe is rated medium, with 22 ingredients and 8 steps.
Is Chef John's Louisiana-Style Shrimp Étouffée healthy?: Chef John's Louisiana-Style Shrimp Étouffée has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 679.57 calories and 54.16 g of protein, or 108% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 565.24 mg (25% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.8 g (34% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Celery and Tomatoes, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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