Best Saucy Creole Style Shrimp Skillet Recipes

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SHRIMP CREOLE - A CLASSIC SOUTHERN DISH



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Complex flavors, easy to make, loaded with flavor and cooked with tons of spices and vegetables for maximum flavor.

Provided by Lola Osinkolu

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion (diced)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
2 celery ribs (chopped)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
6 oz tomato paste
1 tsp minced Jalapeno (de-seeded)
1 tbsp paprika
2 tsp dried thyme
2 tsp. dried oregano
1 tsp. cayenne
1½ cup shrimp stock (low-sodium)
15 oz whole tomatoes (crushed)
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
2 bay leaves
1½ lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
salt and black pepper (to taste)
2 green onions (thinly sliced, plus more for garnish)
Rice for serving

Steps:

  • Add the olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery and cook down until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for about a minute.
  • Add the tomato paste and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  • Throw in the minced Jalapeno and add the paprika, thyme, oregano, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Cook until fragrant. About a minute.
  • Stir in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan. Add the crushed can of tomato, Worcester sauce, and bay leaves. Stir and simmer the sauce for 20 minutes.
  • Add the shrimps, stir, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Serve over hot white rice and garnish with green onions; add more hot sauce, or squeeze a bit of lemon juice over the rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 kcal, Carbohydrate 16 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 584 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 8 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SHRIMP WITH SPICY CREOLE SAUCE



Shrimp with Spicy Creole Sauce image

Categories     Herb     Vegetable     Appetizer     Sauté     Shrimp     Spice     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 4 as an appetizer or 2 as a main course

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 teaspoon paprika
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Pinch of dried thyme
28 uncooked large shrimp, shells intact
7 tablespoons chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons chopped garlic
Hot french bread

Steps:

  • Combine first 8 ingredients in large bowl. Add shrimp and toss to coat.
  • Melt 3 tablespoon butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add Worcestershre sauce, lemon juice and garlic; sauté until garlic is tender, about 2 minutes. Add shrimp;sauté until opaque in center, about 3 minutes. Add remaining 4 tablespoons butter; stir until melted.
  • Transfer shrimp to large bowl. Pour sauce over shrimp. Serve with hot French bread for dipping.

SHRIMP WITH CREOLE SAUCE



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Dip into this zippy Creole-style sauce and you'll never crave seafood sauce again. Chunky but not too spicy, the tantalizing tomato blend complements cold shrimp or cooked seafood.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper
1 celery rib with leaves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
36 cooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute the onion, green pepper and celery in oil for 3-4 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain tomatoes, reserving juice; add juice to skillet. Mash tomatoes and add to skillet. Stir in the parsley, water, tomato paste, lime juice and seasonings. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until thickened. Serve warm with shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 56 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 292mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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