Milder Shrimp Creole
Savor the comforting flavors of the South with Milder Shrimp Creole, a deliciously light take on the classic Louisiana dish. This easy recipe balances the rich, savory notes of tender shrimp simmered in a robust tomato-based sauce with a medley of onions, bell peppers, celery, and garlic. Featuring a gentle blend of spices like paprika, thyme, and oregano, this version offers all the warmth without overwhelming heat, making it perfect for spice-sensitive palates. Served over fluffy white rice and garnished with fresh parsley, this soul-satisfying meal comes together in just 45 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Experience a little taste of Creole cuisine that's bold, flavorful, and perfectly approachable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 stalks celery stalks, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes, with juices
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups cooked white rice
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato sauce, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, thyme, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
Remove the bay leaf and discard.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Serve the Shrimp Creole over cooked white rice.
Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1916 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.1 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.2 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 952 mg | 317% | |
| Sodium | 5160 mg | 224% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 238.6 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.1 g | ||
| Protein | 138.5 g | 277% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.4 mcg | 102% | |
| Calcium | 461 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 3018 mg | 64% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
