Danielle Schmidt
@elleinadsc
Louisiana Shrimp Creole Dish
A flavorful and spicy dish featuring shrimp cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce with a blend of Cajun spices, perfect for a hearty meal.
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Meal Type:dinner
- Diet:pescatarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:bbq
- Ingredients:16
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time20 min.
- Total time40 min.
- Servings5
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons
- 1/2 cup, finely diced
- 1/2 cup, chopped
- 1/2 cup, chopped
- 2 cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can
- 1 (8 ounce) can
- 1 cup
- 1 tablespoon
- 2 teaspoons
- 1 teaspoon
- to taste
- 1 pound, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon (optional)
- 2 teaspoons, chopped (optional)
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Louisiana Shrimp Creole Dish.
Step 1
Start by gathering all your ingredients in one place; this makes the cooking process smoother and more enjoyable.
Step 2
In a cozy 2-quart saucepan, melt some butter over medium heat, letting its rich aroma fill your kitchen.
Step 3
Once the butter is melted, toss in the diced onion, chopped green bell pepper, chopped celery, and minced garlic.
Step 4
Sauté these colorful veggies for about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes soft and the bell pepper is tender—this is where the magic begins! Next, sprinkle in the cornstarch and give everything a good stir to combine.
Step 5
Now, it’s time to add the stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, Cajun seasoning, and a dash of hot pepper sauce.
Step 6
Bring this delightful mixture to a boil, stirring frequently to keep it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Step 7
Once it’s bubbling away, gently fold in the shrimp, squeeze in some fresh lemon juice, and add fresh thyme if you have it on hand.
Step 8
Let it cook for about 5 minutes, or until the shrimp turn a beautiful bright pink and the meat looks opaque.
Step 9
Enjoy the delicious aroma wafting through your kitchen as you prepare to serve this flavorful dish!.