French Quarter Shrimp Creole

Dive into the vibrant flavors of 'French Quarter Shrimp Creole,' a Louisiana classic that marries fresh shrimp, aromatic vegetables, and bold Creole spices in a rich, tomato-based sauce. This one-pot wonder brings together the "holy trinity" of onion, bell pepper, and celery, simmered to perfection with garlic, diced tomatoes, and a touch of cayenne for a customizable level of heat. Topped with fresh parsley and green onions, and served over fluffy white rice, this dish bursts with New Orleans-inspired charm. Perfect for a crowd-pleasing weeknight dinner or a festive Mardi Gras celebration, this easy-to-follow recipe can be on your table in under an hour. Experience Southern comfort at its finest with this flavorful Shrimp Creole recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 1 medium Green bell pepper (finely chopped)
• 2 stalks Celery (finely chopped)
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 14.5-ounce can Diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 1 8-ounce can Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 2 Bay leaves
• 1.5 tablespoons Creole seasoning
• 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Hot sauce (e.g., Tabasco, optional)
• 4 cups Cooked white rice (for serving)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Sliced green onions (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until melted and shimmering.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato sauce, chicken broth, bay leaves, Creole seasoning, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, black pepper, and hot sauce. Stir everything together.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

After the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded, add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the pot. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked through.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaves from the skillet and discard them.

Step 8

Serve the Shrimp Creole hot over cooked white rice. Garnish with chopped parsley and sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2899.7 grams (2899.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2541

Total Fat 46.80g	60%
Saturated Fat 17.00g	85%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 1395mg	465%
Sodium 6880mg	299%
Total Carbohydrate 327.80g	119%
Dietary Fiber 18.70g	67%
Total Sugars 28.70g
Protein 201.90g	404%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 564mg	43%
Iron 18mg	102%
Potassium 3757mg	80%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.6%

Protein: 31.8%

Carbs: 51.6%