Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 lb

shrimp

cleaned & cooked

0.25 cup

green bell pepper

chopped

1 tsp

scotch bonnet pepper

chopped

0.5 cup

onion

chopped

1 clove

garlic

minced

3 tbsp

butter

None

8 unit

tomato sauce

None

0.5 cup

water

None

1 cup

celery

chopped

2 cup

canned tomatoes

None

1 tsp

mustard

prepared

0.5 tsp

sugar

None

1 dash

Tabasco sauce

None

1 tsp

salt

None

0.13 tsp

ground black pepper

ground

1 unit

bay leaf

None

3 cup

rice

hot cooked

Step 1
~5 min

Chop green bell pepper, scotch bonnet pepper, onion, and celery.

Step 2
~5 min

Mince garlic.

Step 3
~5 min

Saute bell pepper, scotch bonnet pepper, onion, celery, and garlic in butter for 3-5 minutes.

Step 4
~5 min

Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, prepared mustard, sugar, and Tabasco (if using).

Step 5
~5 min

Add seasonings and bay leaf.

Step 6
~5 min

Simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring often.

Step 7
~5 min

Add cooked shrimp and simmer 10 minutes longer.

Step 8
~5 min

Remove bay leaf.

Step 9
~5 min

Serve over hot cooked rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of scotch bonnet pepper to your spice preference.

For a richer flavor, use homemade tomato sauce.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of steamed vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fried plantains
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Haiti

Cultural Significance

A popular dish in Haitian cuisine, reflecting Creole influences.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family Gatherings
Special Occasions

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Weeknight Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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