Shrimp Creole 

Shrimp Creole is a classic Louisiana dish that brings the vibrant flavors of New Orleans to your table. This dish features succulent shrimp simmered in a rich, spiced tomato sauce made with the "holy trinity" of Creole cooking—onions, celery, and bell peppers. It's a comforting, flavorful meal that's perfect for any occasion.

🧄 Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 tablespoon butter

• 1 cup onion, finely chopped

• 1 cup celery, finely chopped

• 1 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained

• 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce

• 1 cup seafood or chicken broth

• 1 bay leaf

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• 2 teaspoons Creole seasoning

• 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

• 2 teaspoons hot sauce (optional, adjust to taste)

• 1 1/2 pounds medium to large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1/4 cup green onions, sliced

• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

• Steamed white rice, for serving

🔪 Directions

1. Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and bell pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5–6 minutes until vegetables are tender.

2. Add Garlic and Flour: Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.

3. Prepare the Sauce: Stir in diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, broth, bay leaf, salt, black pepper, Creole seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has started to thicken.

4. Cook the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, or until shrimp are pink and opaque.

5. Finish and Serve: Stir in green onions and parsley. Serve immediately over steamed white rice.

📊 Nutritional Estimate (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 554 kcal

• Total Fat: 33 g

• Saturated Fat: 15 g

• Cholesterol: 99 mg

• Sodium: 2386 mg

• Total Carbohydrates: 46 g

• Dietary Fiber: 6 g

• Sugars: 5 g

• Protein: 20 g