Momma's Shrimp Creole

Dive into the bold and comforting flavors of the South with Momma’s Shrimp Creole, a classic Louisiana-inspired dish brimming with juicy shrimp and a rich, savory tomato-based sauce. This one-pot recipe starts by sautéing the “holy trinity” of Creole cooking—onions, bell peppers, and celery—infused with garlic, thyme, and a generous blend of Creole seasoning for a mouthwatering aroma. Simmered with diced tomatoes, a touch of tomato paste, and a splash of hot sauce, the sauce develops a deep, spiced flavor that perfectly complements tender shrimp. Served over fluffy white rice and garnished with fresh green onions and parsley, this crowd-pleasing dinner is as vibrant as it is satisfying. Ready in just under an hour, it’s ideal for weeknights or special gatherings when you want to bring the taste of New Orleans to the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
• 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
• 2 stalks celery (diced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes (with liquid)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup chicken or seafood broth
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon hot sauce
• 1.5 tablespoons Creole seasoning
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 0 salt (to taste)
• 0 black pepper (to taste)
• 4 cups cooked white rice (for serving)
• 2 stalks green onions (sliced, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes (including their liquid), tomato paste, chicken or seafood broth, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, Creole seasoning, thyme, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat. Lower the heat to medium-low and let it simmer uncovered for 30 minutes. Stir occasionally.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and season with salt and black pepper as needed.

Step 7

Add the shrimp to the skillet, stirring gently to coat them in the sauce. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf from the sauce before serving.

Step 9

Spoon the shrimp creole over warm cooked white rice.

Step 10

Garnish with sliced green onions and chopped parsley. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2421.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2374.5

Total Fat 34.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1328.8mg	0%
Sodium 5355.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 318.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 19.9g
Protein 197.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 531.6mg	0%
Iron 17.8mg	0%
Potassium 3417.4mg	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: 13.0%

Protein: 33.2%

Carbs: 53.7%