Shrimp Louisianne Recipe

A classic Louisiana shrimp dish, straight from "River Roads Recipes II" cookbook! This recipe, submitted by Mrs. Weldon Smith, delivers a flavorful and comforting meal of juicy shrimp simmered in a rich, spicy tomato sauce. Perfect served over fluffy white rice.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 595.7 kcal
Protein 104g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Shrimp Louisianne

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How to Make Shrimp Louisianne

  1. Melt 1/4 cup of margarine in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper, and 1 stalk of chopped celery. Saute until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add 1 pound of raw, peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Saute for 2-3 minutes, until they turn pink.
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of milk, ensuring no lumps form. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in 1/2 cup of ketchup and 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley.
  7. Cover the skillet and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  8. Serve the Shrimp Louisianne hot over cooked rice. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

60 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

37g

Carbs

8g