One of the classic recipes for Creole food in New Orleans is Shrimp Creole. This easy to fix recipe is a staple in homes and restaurants all over New Orleans because it feeds the whole family and is typical of New Orleans "comfort food".
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 4 Large Fresh Tomatoes, peeled and seeded
- 3 lbs. shrimp, peeled, raw
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 3 stalks of celery, chopped
- ½ cup oil
- ¾ cup flour
- 2 cups of shrimp stock
- 1 tsp. Thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 bunch of green onions, sliced
- Salt, pepper and cayenne to taste
- 2 cloves garlic
Preparation:
Make shrimp stock by boiling shrimp peels and head (if you have them) and all vegetable pairings for 10 minutes. Strain and reserve. Make a dark roux with the flour and oil. Add onions and cook until caramelized. Add celery and bell pepper. Add diced tomatoes. Cook together for 5 minutes. Add herbs and shrimp stock. Add garlic and simmer 10 minutes. Add shrimp and green onions. Reduce heat to a low simmer and cook 5 to 8 minutes. Serve over rice.
