Emeril's Shrimp Stew

Dive into the rich, soulful flavors of the South with Emeril's Shrimp Stew, a hearty and comforting one-pot dish steeped in Cajun tradition. This recipe features tender, juicy shrimp simmered in a luscious golden-brown roux, enhanced with aromatic vegetables like onion, bell pepper, and celery. Bursting with bold spices from Cajun seasoning and the freshness of tomatoes, this stew balances savory, spicy, and tangy notes perfectly. Served over fluffy white rice and garnished with vibrant green onions, it's an irresistible meal perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining. With just 20 minutes of prep and 40 minutes on the stove, this crowd-pleaser is a quick and flavorful way to bring authentic Louisiana cooking into your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 medium Onion (diced)
• 1 medium Green bell pepper (diced)
• 2 stalks Celery (diced)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 4 cups Chicken stock
• 1 15-ounce can Canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 stalks Green onions (sliced for garnish)
• 4 cups Cooked white rice (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Slowly whisk in the flour to make a roux. Stir constantly for about 15–20 minutes, or until the roux turns a deep, golden brown color. Be careful not to burn it.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the roux. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Gradually pour in the chicken stock while stirring to prevent lumps. Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), Cajun seasoning, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything well to combine.

Step 5

Bring the stew to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the pot and stir gently. Cook for 5–7 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked through.

Step 7

Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or Cajun seasoning, if needed.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf before serving. Ladle the shrimp stew over cooked white rice and garnish with sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3789.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3370.1

Total Fat 124.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 971.0mg	0%
Sodium 4147.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 370.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 29.2g
Protein 200.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 546.2mg	0%
Iron 25.1mg	0%
Potassium 3063.2mg	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: 32.8%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 43.6%