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Shrimp Étouffée

Shrimp Étouffée: A Deliciously Easy Recipe to Savor at Home

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Enjoy the rich flavors of Shrimp Étouffée, a classic dish that is both satisfying and easy to make at home.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup onions, diced
  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups seafood stock
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add the onions, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
  2. Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
  3. Stir in the flour and cook for a few minutes until it turns a golden color.
  4. Add the seafood stock, tomato paste, and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Add the shrimp and cook until they are pink and opaque.
  6. Season with salt to taste.
  7. Serve over cooked rice, garnished with green onions and parsley.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dish.
  • Feel free to substitute shrimp with other seafood like crawfish or crab.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Cajun
  • Diet: Gluten-Free