Milder Shrimp Creole Recipe

This incredibly easy Milder Shrimp Creole recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Enjoy a flavorful, non-spicy seafood dish bursting with fresh tomato goodness and tender shrimp. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Get ready to impress with minimal effort!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 247.1 kcal
Protein 40g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Milder Shrimp Creole

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Milder Shrimp Creole

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How to Make Milder Shrimp Creole

  1. In a large skillet, sauté 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 stalks celery (chopped), and 2 cloves garlic (minced) in 2 tablespoons shortening until tender (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add one (28 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, one (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, and 1/2 teaspoon chili powder.
  3. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 1/4 cup cold water until smooth.
  5. Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet and stir until the sauce has thickened (about 2-3 minutes).
  6. Add 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined) and 1 bell pepper (chopped).
  7. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the shrimp is pink and cooked through.
  8. Serve hot over 2 cups cooked white rice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

70 g

Sugar

43g

Fat

13g

Carbs

6g