Description
A flavorful shrimp etouffee recipe that combines shrimp with a rich roux and vegetables, served over rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Cooked white rice (for serving)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large heavy skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Gradually whisk in the flour to create a roux, stirring constantly until it turns a deep brown color, about 15-20 minutes.
- Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the roux. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Gradually pour in the chicken broth, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Add the diced tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the shrimp to the mixture and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Serve the etouffee over cooked white rice, garnished with sliced green onions and chopped parsley.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine to the broth before simmering.
- You can substitute the shrimp with crawfish or chicken for a different twist on this classic dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg