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Quick and Authentic Louisiana Shrimp Creole (Ready in 45 Minutes)

A close-up of a serving of rich shrimp creole served alongside a mound of white rice on a white plate.
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Make classic Shrimp Creole, a bold and flavorful Louisiana-style seafood dinner, quickly. This recipe uses the Holy Trinity and quality tomatoes to build deep Creole flavors in under 45 minutes, perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal served over rice.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for spice level)
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Cooked white rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery (the Holy Trinity). Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.
  2. Add the minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and smoked paprika to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, and chicken broth. Add the bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes to allow the Creole flavors to develop.
  5. Stir in the peeled and deveined shrimp. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque throughout. Do not overcook the shrimp.
  6. Remove and discard the bay leaf. Taste the sauce and adjust salt or cayenne pepper as needed for your preferred spice level.
  7. Serve the flavorful shrimp Creole immediately over generous portions of hot, cooked white rice.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor base, you can substitute 1/2 cup of dry white wine for 1/2 cup of the chicken broth and let it cook down before adding the tomatoes.
  • This dish is a classic Creole dish that pairs well with creamy grits for a Southern seafood dinner idea.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the lid during the last 5 minutes of simmering the sauce before adding the shrimp.

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