Shrimp Creole

Name: Shrimp Creole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 cup yellow onion, diced; 1 cup green bell pepper, diced; 1/2 cup celery stalks, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 14 oz can diced tomatoes; 1 cup tomato sauce; 2 tsp Creole seasoning; 1 bay leaf; 3 cups cooked white rice

Plump shrimp simmered in a rich tomato sauce with aromatic onion, bell pepper, and celery. A classic Southern favorite served warm over rice.

45 minMediumServes 4340 cal/serving

Southern AmericanDinnerStovetopPescatarianHigh ProteinHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreeNut-FreeSoy-FreeAlcohol-FreePork-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup yellow onion, diced
1 cup green bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup celery stalks, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
14 oz can diced tomatoes
1 cup tomato sauce
2 tsp Creole seasoning
1 bay leaf
3 cups cooked white rice

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2

Add 1 cup diced yellow onion, 1 cup diced green bell pepper, and 1/2 cup diced celery stalks, cooking for 6 minutes until softened.
3

Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4

Pour in 14 oz can diced tomatoes, 1 cup tomato sauce, 2 tsp Creole seasoning, and 1 bay leaf, then simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
5

Add 1 lb peeled large shrimp and cook for 5 minutes until opaque and internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F.
6

Discard bay leaf and serve sauce over warm 3 cups cooked white rice.

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Questions

How long does Shrimp Creole take?

As written, 45 minutes: 20 of prep and 25 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 4 (15 minutes): "Pour in 14 oz can diced tomatoes, 1 cup tomato sauce, 2 tsp Creole seasoning, and 1 bay leaf, then simmer uncovered for 15 minutes."

What internal temperature should Shrimp Creole reach?

For Shrimp Creole, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 5. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for Cajun seasoning in Shrimp Creole?

The entry for Shrimp Creole calls for 2 tsp Creole seasoning. In its place: Two parts paprika to one part each of garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, oregano and cayenne, with salt.

Can I use frozen shrimp instead of shrimp in Shrimp Creole?

Yes; most shrimp sold as fresh were frozen once already. Thaw them under cold running water for about ten minutes and pat them very dry so they sear instead of steaming. As written, the entry for Shrimp Creole uses 1 lb large shrimp, peeled.

Is Shrimp Creole gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Shrimp Creole is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the Creole spice.

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