Shrimp Creole

Shrimp Creole

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Cajun · 45 min · Shellfish · pescatarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, high-protein

464 cal 36g protein 62g carbs 8g fat per serving · estimated

Ingredients

scaled from 6 servings
  • 1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled
  • 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 yellow onion
  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 1 celery stalks
  • 1 garlic cloves
  • 3/4 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/2 tbsp cajun seasoning
  • 1 bay leaves
  • 3/4 cup long-grain white rice

Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)

  1. Saute diced onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic in a pot 6 minutes.
  2. Stir in tomato paste and cook 2 minutes, then add crushed tomatoes, cajun seasoning, and bay leaves.
  3. Simmer the sauce 20 minutes to thicken and mellow.
  4. Add the shrimp and cook 5-6 minutes until pink and just firm.
  5. Discard bay leaves and serve over steamed white rice.

Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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