Indulge in the flavors of the South with this Shrimp Creole III recipe. This dish is a perfect combination of fresh shrimp, tomatoes, peppers, onions, and spices, creating a savory and satisfying meal that is sure to please your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice for serving
Directions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, sugar, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes.
- Serve shrimp creole over cooked rice and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Shrimp Creole is a classic dish from Louisiana that combines French, Spanish, African, and Native American influences.
The name 'Creole' comes from the Spanish word 'criollo', which means native to the region.