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Shrimp Creole Delight: A Flavorful Recipe for You!

A flavorful and spicy shrimp dish cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce, perfect for serving over rice.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Creole
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)
  • Cooked white rice for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes (with juice), chicken broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, thyme, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  5. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  7. Serve the Shrimp Creole over cooked white rice and garnish with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more cayenne pepper or include diced jalapeños.
  • Substitute the shrimp with chicken or sausage for a different protein option.

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