Mom's Shrimp Creole

Take your taste buds on a journey to the heart of Louisiana with Mom's Shrimp Creole, a vibrant and flavorful classic that’s perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or special occasions. This one-pot wonder combines tender shrimp, sautéed onions, bell peppers, and celery—the iconic "holy trinity" of Cajun cooking—with a rich tomato-based sauce infused with Cajun seasoning, paprika, and a hint of heat from optional hot sauce. Simmered to perfection, this easy shrimp creole recipe is served over fluffy white rice, soaking up every savory, spicy drop of the sauce. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's a comforting meal that brings authentic Creole flavors to your table. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor, and don’t forget extra hot sauce for those who crave an extra kick! Perfect for anyone looking for quick Creole recipes, easy shrimp recipes, or bold, comforting Southern dishes.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0 hot sauce (optional, to taste)
• 4 cups cooked white rice (for serving)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato paste, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, paprika, thyme, bay leaf, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce (if using). Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Uncover, add the shrimp to the skillet, and stir gently to coat them in the sauce. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.

Step 7

Remove and discard the bay leaf.

Step 8

Serve the Shrimp Creole over a bed of cooked white rice.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and additional hot sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1804.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2082.1

Total Fat 36.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 885.8mg	0%
Sodium 3134.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 304.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 14.4g
Protein 140.0g	0%

Vitamin D 811.1IU	0%
Calcium 388.7mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 2569.8mg	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: 15.5%

Protein: 26.6%

Carbs: 57.9%