Feast your senses on the tantalizing flavors of Louisiana Smothered Shrimp, a culinary delight that captures the essence of Cajun cuisine. This delectable dish features succulent shrimp smothered in a rich, flavorful sauce made with the holy trinity of Cajun cooking: onions, celery, and bell peppers. The recipe incorporates various cooking techniques, ensuring a symphony of textures and flavors. Boil the shrimp to perfection, then sauté them in a skillet with aromatic vegetables, garlic, and spices. Next, create a velvety sauce by simmering tomatoes, chicken broth, and a roux made from butter and flour. The shrimp is then lovingly coated in this luscious sauce, resulting in a dish that's both hearty and refined. Whether you prefer mild or spicy, this recipe offers variations to suit your taste buds. For a milder version, omit the cayenne pepper, or for a kick of heat, add a dash of Tabasco sauce or a pinch of red pepper flakes. Serve this Louisiana Smothered Shrimp over fluffy rice or crusty bread, and prepare to be captivated by its irresistible charm.
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DOWN-HOME CAJUN SHRIMP ETOUFFEE RECIPE
My easy to make Shrimp Etouffee is perfect for that special date night or to make any night a special occasion!
Provided by Chef Dennis Littley
Categories Entree
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Add the shrimp shells and scraps of onion and celery to a small saucepot with a little olive oil to saute and cook for a few minutes
- then add the sliced lemon and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to a low simmer for 20 minutes. Add more water if necessary to keep the stock close to 1 ½ cups
- Strain the solids from the broth and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat, cook until it starts to brown sprinkle in the flour while mixing and reduce the heat to simmer. Continue to simmer until the roux turns dark brown, about 10 minutes.
- Add the onion, celery, and peppers to the roux and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes.
- Add the garlic and thyme and cook for a minute.
- Whisk in the broth
- Add the tomatoes and seasoning, reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Season with hot sauce and sea salt to taste.
- Dry the peeled shrimp with paper towels
- Mix some of your seasoning (or paprika if you don't want heat) and chopped parsley with your towel-dried shrimp. Toss the shrimp with the seasoning.
- Heat another saute pan over medium-high heat. Add a little oil to the pan and add the seasoned shrimp
- Saute the shrimp quickly and cook until just done so they stay moist and tender. You want to get color into the shrimp so it's okay if they seasoning burns a little.
- Place white rice in center of bowl, add Etouffee Sauce around rice, place cooked shrimp on top
- Garnish with parsley and green onions
Nutrition Facts : Calories 804 kcal, Carbohydrate 93 g, Protein 39 g, Fat 33 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 275 mg, Sodium 2166 mg, Fiber 10 g, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SHRIMP ETOUFFEE
Shrimp Etouffee! This classic Louisiana stew is made with shrimp, the Holy Trinity of onion, celery, and green pepper, and a simple roux to thicken it up. Serve it over rice for a true Cajun meal!
Provided by Hank Shaw
Categories Dinner Comfort Food Cajun Creole New Orleans Shrimp
Time 2h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Make the shrimp stock: Pour 2 quarts of water into a pot and add all the shrimp stock ingredients. Bring to a boil, drop the heat down and simmer the stock gently for 45 minutes. Strain through a fine-meshed sieve into another pot set over low heat. You will only need about 2 cups of stock for this recipe. Use the leftover stock for soup, risotto, etc. It will last in the fridge for a week or frozen for up to three months.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 320 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 2200 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 13 g, ServingSize Serves 4 to 6, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
LOUISIANA STYLE SHRIMP
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large pan over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, a turn of the pan. Add the sausage and cook until brown. Remove the sausage from the pan and drain on paper towels. Reserve. Add another tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil, a turn of the pan, and the butter and let it melt into the oil. Stir in the peppers, onions, celery, garlic, chile pepper, thyme, and bay leaves and cook until tender, about 7 to 8 minutes. Sprinkle in the paprika and stir, then add the flour and stir for 1 minute more. Pour in the beer and cook down for 2 minutes. Stir in the stock and Worcestershire, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 3 minutes to combine flavors. Stir in hot sauce, to taste. Add the reserved browned sausage to sauce. The sauce can be cooled and refrigerated for a make-ahead meal.
- Bring the sauce to a low boil over medium heat, then stir in the shrimp. Cover and cook until the shrimp are pink and firm, about 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer the shrimp mixture to a serving bowl and serve with rice flavored with scallions.
SMOTHERED SHRIMP
Steps:
- Heat oil in skillet. Lightly season shrimp with pepper, garlic powder, and salt and then dredge in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Lightly fry until shrimp turn pink and curl, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and drain. Saute onions in the same pan until they begin to soften. Add a couple tablespoons of flour and whisk well to make a roux. Season with a little more salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Whisk in water, 1/4 cup at a time until desired consistency is reached. Add shrimp and simmer in gravy for 10 minutes. Serve over white rice.
LOUISIANA SHRIMP
"This is a Lenten favorite at our home," notes Sundra Hauck, a field editor in Bogalusa, Louisiana. "I serve it right out of the roaster with corn on the cob and boiled potatoes." -Sundra Hauck, Bogalusa, Louisiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Place shrimp in a large roasting pan; pour butter mixture over top. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, stirring once. Serve warm with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 424 calories, Fat 38g fat (23g saturated fat), Cholesterol 267mg cholesterol, Sodium 722mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
EASY CREOLE OKRA AND SHRIMP
This recipe is quick easy and delicious. Spoon over white rice and enjoy.
Provided by jrchef
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Sausage
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the bell pepper and onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes, then add the okra, sausage, Cajun seasoning, and salt. Cover and cook for 30 minutes. Stir in the shrimp and cook until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, 8 to 12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 175.3 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 1163.1 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh shrimp.
- If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can use a large skillet with a heavy bottom.
- Make sure the shrimp is cooked through before serving. The shrimp should be pink and opaque.
- If you like spicy food, you can add more cayenne pepper to the recipe.
Conclusion:
Louisiana smothered shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its rich and flavorful sauce, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Louisiana smothered shrimp a try. You won't be disappointed!
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