Shrimp Creole
Recipe: #34198
January 29, 2020
"A recipe from my mother, Constance Wagner, and a long-time favorite."
Original is 3 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (585.6 g)
- Calories 336.6
- Total Fat - 13.2 g
- Saturated Fat - 2.1 g
- Cholesterol - 173.6 mg
- Sodium - 5458.9 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 26 g
- Dietary Fiber - 5.8 g
- Sugars - 11.8 g
- Protein - 30.1 g
- Calcium - 122.5 mg
- Iron - 3 mg
- Vitamin C - 37 mg
- Thiamin - 0.2 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Brown onions, celery and (optional) green pepper lightly in oil.
Step 2
Blend flour, vinegar, salt, sugar, chili powder, and Tabasco with water and add to onion/celery/green pepper mixture.
Step 3
Simmer uncovered 15 minutes.
Step 4
Add remaining ingredients and just heat.
Step 5
Serve over hot boiled rice.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting shrimp, use large or jumbo shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
- If you don't have canned tomatoes, you can use fresh diced tomatoes instead.
- Substitute the oil with butter for a richer flavor. The benefit of this substitution is that butter has a more intense flavor than oil, making the dish more flavorful.
- Substitute the canned tomatoes with fresh tomatoes for a fresher taste. The benefit of this substitution is that fresh tomatoes will provide a more vibrant and lively flavor to the dish than canned tomatoes.
Vegetarian Shrimp Creole Replace the shrimp with 12 ounces of tofu. Add 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika to the onion/celery/green pepper mixture. Increase the amount of celery to 1 cup. Increase the amount of green pepper to 1/2 cup. Increase the amount of chili powder to 2 tablespoons. Reduce the amount of Tabasco to 1/4 teaspoon.
Garlic Roasted Broccoli: A simple and delicious side dish to complement the flavors of the Shrimp Creole. The garlic and lemon juice bring out the sweetness of the shrimp, while the broccoli adds a crunchy texture to the dish.
Crusty Garlic Bread: A delicious and easy accompaniment to the Shrimp Creole, this garlic bread is made with a buttery garlic spread and toasted to perfection. The garlic and buttery flavors complement the Creole nicely and add a crunchy texture to the dish.
FAQ
Q: How much shrimp should I use?
A: You should use 12 ounces of cooked shrimp for this recipe. You can also use more if desired.
Q: What type of shrimp should I use?
A: You can use any type of cooked shrimp for this recipe. Shrimp with the shells and tails removed is best for this recipe.
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Fun facts:
The recipe for Shrimp Creole is said to have originated in Louisiana. It is a popular dish in the Cajun and Creole cuisines of the region.
The dish was popularized by Chef Paul Prudhomme, who was a celebrity chef in the 1980s. He was known for popularizing Cajun and Creole cuisine in the US. He was also the first chef to have his own line of spices and seasonings.