Creole Lady

Transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Louisiana with the vibrant and flavor-packed "Creole Lady." This one-pot wonder combines tender shrimp, spicy andouille sausage, and the "holy trinity" of Creole cooking—onions, bell peppers, and celery—simmered together with fragrant Cajun spices, crushed tomatoes, and fluffy white rice. It's the perfect balance of bold seasoning and Southern comfort, with a tantalizing hint of heat from paprika and a dash of hot sauce. This easy yet impressive dish is ready in just 50 minutes, making it a go-to for weeknight dinners or sharing at gatherings. Garnished with fresh parsley and green onions, "Creole Lady" is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Serve up this authentic Creole recipe and bring a spicy, soulful twist to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 oz Andouille sausage, sliced
• 1 Yellow onion, diced
• 1 Green bell pepper, diced
• 2 Celery stalks, diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 14 oz Canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 1 cup Uncooked white rice
• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tsp Dried thyme
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Hot sauce
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. Remove the sausage and set aside.

Step 3

Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, dried thyme, and paprika. Cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the canned crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and uncooked white rice to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is cooked.

Step 7

Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and stir to combine.

Step 8

Season the shrimp with a pinch of salt and black pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

Step 9

Stir in the hot sauce and adjust seasonings to taste with additional salt, pepper, or Cajun seasoning, if desired.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2005.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2356.0

Total Fat 91.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1017.4mg	0%
Sodium 6838.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 221.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 31.2g
Protein 168.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 723.4mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 4524.5mg	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: 34.6%

Protein: 28.3%

Carbs: 37.1%