Delicious Shrimp Creole III Recipe

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Delicious Shrimp Creole III Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 03, 2024

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

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, sugar, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes.
  6. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes.
  7. 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.