Easy Shrimp Creole
A quick and flavorful dish that combines shrimp, vegetables, and a rich sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 1/2 cup onion diced
- 2 stalks celery diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 14.5 ounce can stewed tomatoes
- 1 8 ounce can tomato sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 Tablespoon chili powder
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 Tablespoon water
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium-sized skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the diced bell pepper, onion, and celery to the skillet. Cook until they become tender.
- Once the vegetables are tender, add the minced garlic and sauté for one minute.
Cooking
- Add the stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, chili powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet, cover, and let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes until the shrimp are cooked thoroughly.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water until smooth. Stir it into the sauce in the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to thicken the sauce.
Notes
Serve over rice and consider adding fresh parsley or green onions on top. Can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days in an airtight container.