Description
Indulge in the vibrant and hearty flavors of Shrimp Creole, a classic Louisiana dish that combines succulent shrimp with a rich, spicy tomato sauce. This recipe is perfect for gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, delivering a delightful experience with every bite. Serve it over fluffy rice or pasta for a meal that’s sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed red and green), diced
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup cooked white rice or pasta
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping onions and bell peppers while keeping the shrimp ready.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and bell peppers until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and Cajun seasoning; stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in diced tomatoes with juices; simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add shrimp to the pan; cook until pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes. Avoid overcooking.
- Serve hot over rice or pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Louisiana
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 200mg