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Shrimp Creole

Shrimp Creole

This Shrimp Creole recipe hits the spot every single time. It's slightly spicy, packed with protein, and incredibly delicious! You will want to come back to this recipe over and over again.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 240
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium white onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup celery, chopped
  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 14-oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1 8-oz can tomato sauce
  • 1-2 dashes hot sauce (optional)
  • 1/2 tbsp The Spice Girl Kitchen Cajun Seasoning
  • 1 bay leaf
  • salt, to taste
  • 1 tsp corn starch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • parsley & green onion, chopped, for garnish
  • cooked white rice, for serving

Method
 

  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion, celery, and bell pepper to the skillet and sweat down (about 5 minutes). Add the garlic and sautee for 1 additional minute.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, hot sauce, Cajun seasoning, bay leaf, and salt. Bring to a boil. Once boiling, cover and reduce to a simmer. Let simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Make a slurry with the corn starch and water. Add to the skillet and stir. Let simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Add the shrimp and stir. Cover and cook for 5-6 minutes or until shrimp is opaque and cooked through (internal temp 145 ℉).
  6. Serve with cooked white rice and garnish with chopped green onion and/or parsley. Enjoy!

Notes

Store & Reheat

Store

Fridge: Transfer the dish to a large glass storage container with an airtight lid. Allow it to cool to room temperature before securing the lid (about 30-45 minutes; the exact time depends on the amount of food). Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freezer: You can also freeze the dish for up to 3 months. Place the dish in the fridge to thaw overnight for best results.

Reheat

Microwave: Place in a microwave-safe dish, cover, and microwave on high for 1-3 minutes or until heated through. Stir halfway through to warm it evenly.*
Stovetop: Place in a pot over medium heat. Once the liquid is simmering, reduce to medium-low and cover for 3-5 minutes or until heated through. Add a splash of broth if it starts to dry out. Stir occasionally.*
Oven: Not recommended.
* Total time depends on the amount you are reheating.