Cheap to Make Shrimp Creole

Bring the vibrant flavors of Louisiana to your kitchen with this budget-friendly Shrimp Creole recipe! Featuring juicy shrimp simmered in a bold and zesty tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic vegetables, paprika, and herbs like thyme and oregano, this dish delivers restaurant-quality taste without breaking the bank. With simple pantry staples like canned diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and just a touch of optional hot sauce for spice, this hearty, one-pan meal is perfect for busy nights or when you're craving a taste of the South. Serve it over fluffy white rice and garnish with fresh green onions for a dish that’s as stunning as it is satisfying. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy Shrimp Creole brings big flavor on a small budget—ideal for feeding the whole family!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp, uncooked
• 4 cups cooked white rice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons sliced green onions (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced yellow onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes with their juices, tomato paste, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Season the mixture with paprika, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add hot sauce if desired for extra heat.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 9

Serve the Shrimp Creole over a bed of cooked white rice. Garnish with sliced green onions for a fresh and colorful finish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2283.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1666.3

Total Fat 35.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.3g
Cholesterol 613.7mg	0%
Sodium 6345.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 230.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 24.9g
Protein 120.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 485.6mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 3624.1mg	0%

*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: 18.5%

Protein: 28.0%

Carbs: 53.5%