Ingredients for Mom's Shrimp Creole
- 1 (10 ounce) package frozen cut okra
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- Worcestershire Sauce
- Hot Sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- Vegetable Oil
- Cooked White Rice
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How to Make Mom's Shrimp Creole
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped green bell pepper, celery, and onion. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Set aside the cooked vegetables.
- In a large saucepan, combine the frozen okra, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and cornstarch. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Stir in the cooked vegetables and shrimp.
- Continue to simmer for 5 minutes, or until the shrimp is pink and cooked through.
- Serve the Shrimp Creole hot over cooked white rice. Garnish as desired (e.g., with fresh parsley).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
25 g
Sugar
30g
Fat
4g
Carbs
11g
