HOMEMADE SHRIMP CREOLE

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W. Florence Johns gives a mild Creole flavor to convenient cooked shrimp in this skillet supper that has been part of her recipe collection for years. "It's quick and very good," promises the Houston, Texas cook.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 celery rib, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound cooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the onion, green pepper, celery and garlic in oil for 6 minutes. Stir in the tomato sauce, chili powder, sugar and cayenne. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Add shrimp; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 221mg cholesterol, Sodium 791mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Shannon Sabin
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This shrimp creole was a bit too spicy for my taste, but overall it was a good recipe. The sauce was flavorful and the shrimp were cooked perfectly.


Ganga Rokaha magar
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This was my first time making shrimp creole and it was a success! The recipe was easy to follow and the shrimp creole turned out delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


Phulmohad Ansari
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This shrimp creole was easy to make and turned out great! The sauce was flavorful and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making it again.


derek ma
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I'm not a fan of shrimp, but I really enjoyed this shrimp creole. The sauce was rich and creamy, and the shrimp were cooked just right.


Ahtshamaliwattoo Wattoo
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I made this shrimp creole last night and it was amazing! The sauce was so flavorful and the shrimp were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Adi Rajpoot
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This shrimp creole was delicious! The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Paula Patterson
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I was looking for a new shrimp creole recipe to try and this one didn't disappoint. It was flavorful and easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.


Judy Shannon
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This recipe was easy to follow and the shrimp creole turned out great! I especially liked the addition of the Creole seasoning, which gave it a really authentic flavor.


Dollstons Trucking
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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this shrimp creole. The sauce was rich and creamy, and the shrimp were cooked just right. I'd definitely make this again.


Luis Zuniga
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I've tried many shrimp creole recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The holy trinity of celery, onion, and bell pepper really shines through. And the addition of okra gives it a nice bit of texture.


Cloete Victoria
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This shrimp creole recipe was a hit with my family! The sauce was so flavorful and the shrimp cooked perfectly. I served it over rice and everyone went back for seconds. Definitely a keeper!