Louisiana Shrimp Creole
Louisiana Shrimp Creole is a classic seafood dish with bold, savory flavor.It features shrimp cooked in a spiced tomato sauce.The recipe is simple yet deeply satisfying.Best served hot over steamed rice.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup seafood stock or chicken stock
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Creole seasoning
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ¼–½ tsp cayenne pepper (to taste)
- 1½ lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- Cooked white rice, for serving
Instructions
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, stock, bay leaves, paprika, Creole seasoning, thyme, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning.
- Garnish with parsley and green onions.
- Serve hot over rice.
Notes
- Use fresh Gulf shrimp for best flavour.
- Creole seasoning adds depth without overpowering.
- Do not overcook shrimp—they cook quickly.
- Sauce thickens as it simmers.
- Adjust cayenne for desired heat.