The process of making shrimp creole is rather simple and can be done in under an hour. These are the basics steps you will follow: (See the full instructions in the recipe card at the bottom.) Saute the “holy trinity” of celery, onions, and bell peppers in a large Dutch oven. Add canned stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, a few spices, and bay leaves.
In a large heavy skillet, combine flour and oil until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until flour is a rich deep brown. Add onion, green pepper and celery; cook until vegetables are tender, 5-6 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in next 6 ingredients. Cover and simmer until heated through, 4-5 minutes. Add shrimp.
Cookbook Index Skinnytaste> Egg Free Recipes> Shrimp Creole Shrimp Creole 211.9 Cals25.8 Protein17.6 Carbs4.6 Fats158 4.78from 18votes 1644shares Jump to Recipe Save ItSaved! This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. This southern Louisiana shrimp creole dish is cooked with tomatoes, onions, peppers and celery.
Cook onion, celery and garlic in hot oil until tender but not brown. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce and seasonings. Simmer uncovered about 45 minutes. Mix cornstarch and 2 teaspoon water, stir into sauce. Add shrimp, simmer until done (about 5 minutes). Serve with yellow rice. Got a question? Share it with the community!