Description
Shrimp Creole is a vibrant, flavorful dish that embodies the essence of New Orleans with its rich tomato sauce and aromatic spices. This easy-to-make recipe features succulent shrimp simmered with colorful bell peppers, onions, and a blend of Cajun seasonings, resulting in a delightful taste experience. Perfect for family dinners or festive occasions, Shrimp Creole brings warmth and joy to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mix of red, yellow, green)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saut? chopped onions and bell peppers until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in canned tomatoes and chicken broth; mix well.
- Sprinkle in Cajun seasoning and let simmer for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Add shrimp and cook until they turn pink, approximately 4 minutes.
- Serve hot over rice or in bowls with fresh parsley for garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Saut?ing
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg