Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 lb

shrimp

1 unit

onion

chopped

0.5 unit

green pepper

chopped

1 can

tomato sauce

0.25 cup

catsup

1 tbsp

vinegar

1 tsp

salt

1 dash

Tabasco

3 cloves

garlic

chopped

1 tsp

parsley

1 jar

pimento

chopped

0.5 cup

cooking sherry

1 unit

bay leaf

1 tsp

Worcestershire

1 dash

pepper

Step 1
~8 min

Chop the onion, green pepper, and garlic.

Step 2
~8 min

Fry the chopped onion, garlic, and green pepper in a pan until softened.

Step 3
~8 min

Add the tomato sauce, catsup, vinegar, salt, Tabasco, parsley, pimento, cooking sherry, bay leaf, Worcestershire, and pepper to the pan.

Step 4
~8 min

Simmer the sauce for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 5
~8 min

Add the shrimp to the sauce.

Step 6
~8 min

Heat the shrimp in the sauce for 15 more minutes, until cooked through.

Step 7
~8 min

Serve the Shrimp Creole over rice.

Step 8
~8 min

Accompany with toasted French bread.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor.

Adjust the amount of Tabasco to your desired level of spiciness.

Serve with a side of coleslaw for a complete meal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead; add shrimp just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

White rice

Toasted French bread

Coleslaw

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Okra
Cornbread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Louisiana, USA

Cultural Significance

A staple of Creole cuisine, reflecting the blend of French, Spanish, African, and Native American influences.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Mardi Gras
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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