Shrimp and Crawfish Creole

Dive into the bold, zesty flavors of the South with this Shrimp and Crawfish Creole, a vibrant one-pot dish that's perfect for any occasion. Packed with tender shrimp and succulent crawfish tails, this recipe combines the classic "holy trinity" of Creole cooking—onion, bell pepper, and celery—with a rich, tomato-based sauce spiced with Creole seasoning, hot sauce, and aromatic herbs. Simmered to perfection and served over fluffy white rice, this hearty dish delivers a soulful blend of spice, tang, and seafood goodness in every bite. Quick to prepare and brimming with authentic Louisiana flavors, this Shrimp and Crawfish Creole is sure to become a new favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 pound crawfish tails, cooked and peeled
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1.5 cups chicken stock
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce (such as Tabasco)
• 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 unit bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 stalks scallions, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 cups cooked white rice

Directions

Step 1

In a large heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery to the skillet. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato paste, and chicken stock. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Season with Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, Creole seasoning, paprika, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook uncovered for 20-25 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.

Step 7

Add the shrimp and crawfish to the skillet. Stir gently and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf and taste the sauce, adjusting seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Sprinkle with chopped scallions and parsley for garnish.

Step 10

Serve hot over a bed of cooked white rice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3015.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2577.5

Total Fat 73.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 1642.5mg	0%
Sodium 7751.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 241.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.5g	0%
Total Sugars 31.3g
Protein 231.1g	0%

Vitamin D 9.0IU	0%
Calcium 957.2mg	0%
Iron 25.1mg	0%
Potassium 4660.0mg	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: 25.9%

Protein: 36.2%

Carbs: 37.9%