Shrimp Creole
Contributed byNancy Alonzo
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 pound shrimp (unshelled, medium size, or 1 lb. raw shelled shrimp)
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1/2 cup green onion (chopped)
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper (chopped)
- 1/2 cup celery (chopped)
- 2 cup tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 can tomato sauce (8-oz)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or less)
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (this can be hot!)
- 2 bay leaves
- 3 tablespoon parsley (chopped, fresh)
- unknown rice (hot, steamed)
Yield: 4 Servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Instructions
Shell and devein shrimp, if necessary, and rinse in cold water. Set aside. Heat oil in a large skillet. Sauté green onions, bell pepper and celery until slightly cooked. Add remaining ingredients, including shrimp, and continue cooking just until shrimp turns pinkish-white. Remove bay leaves and serve immediately over hot steamed rice.
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