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Shrimp Creole: Ultimate Taste Sensation

Taste the vibrant flavors of shrimp creole! Juicy shrimp, zesty spices, and tangy sauce unite for a quick, flavor-packed meal everyone will love!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Creole, Southern
Servings 4
Calories 375 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Dutch Oven – For cooking the sauce and shrimp.
  • Cutting Board & Sharp Knife – For chopping vegetables.
  • Mixing Bowls – For seasoning shrimp.
  • Measuring Cups & Spoons – For accurate ingredient portions.
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula – For stirring the sauce and shrimp.
  • Serving Bowls or Plates – For plating the dish beautifully.

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp Creole:

  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 1 celery stalk diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • ½ cup chicken or seafood broth
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce optional, for extra heat
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Creole or Cajun seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for spice
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ½ teaspoon sugar to balance acidity, optional
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 green onions chopped (for garnish)

For Serving:

  • Steamed white rice or brown rice
  • Lemon wedges optional

Instructions
 

Step 1: Sauté the Vegetables

  • Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add onion, bell pepper, and celery (the “Holy Trinity” of Creole cuisine) and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 2: Make the Sauce

  • Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce.
  • Add paprika, Creole seasoning, thyme, black pepper, salt, red pepper flakes, and bay leaf.
  • Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 3: Add the Shrimp

  • Add the shrimp to the sauce and stir to coat.
  • Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked.
  • Remove the bay leaf and discard.

Step 4: Serve & Garnish

  • Stir in fresh parsley and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Serve hot over steamed rice, garnished with green onions and lemon wedges.

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Notes

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving, Approximate)
  • Calories: ~375 kcal
  • Protein: ~35g
  • Carbohydrates: ~40g
    • Fiber: ~6g
    • Sugar: ~8g
  • Fat: ~10g
    • Saturated Fat: ~2g
  • Sodium: ~750mg
  • Potassium: ~600mg
💡 For a lower-carb version, serve over cauliflower rice instead of white rice.
Keyword Cajun seafood,, Comfort food, Louisiana cuisine, One-pot meal, Shrimp Creole, Spicy shrimp dish