Description
Shrimp Creole is a delightful Southern dish that combines tender shrimp with a vibrant, spicy tomato sauce, creating an explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe brings warmth and comfort with every serving. Serve it over fluffy rice or al dente pasta for a satisfying meal that will impress your guests and leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced, mixed red and green)
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Hot sauce (to taste)
- 2 green onions (chopped, for garnish)
- Cooked rice or pasta (for serving)
Instructions
- Prep all ingredients: dice onion, bell peppers, and mince garlic.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and bell peppers until softened, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and Cajun seasoning; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in canned tomatoes and chicken broth; bring to a simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add shrimp to the skillet; cook until pink and opaque, about 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve over rice or pasta and garnish with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg