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Shrimp Creole

A traditional southern recipe that is full of flavor!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 316 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner , Brunch
Cuisine: American , Creole

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons rapeseed (canola) oil
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 1 celery stalk finely chopped
  • 2 red peppers seeded and finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves crushed
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 ½ - 2 tablespoons creole seasoning
  • 56 ounces 4 x 14 oz cans (400g) diced tomatoes
  • 1 1/2 cups (236ml) vegetable broth
  • ½ tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 
  • 3 tablespoons tomato puree
  • 2 tablespoons (25g) butter
  • sea salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 lb (453g) large shrimp peeled and deveined

Instructions

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  1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan on medium heat. Add the onion, celery and peppers, and soften with a small pinch of salt, stirring often, for about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the garlic, red peppers, creole seasoning, and cayenne pepper and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring regularly, until the aroma is released.
  3. Add the tomatoes, stock, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, tomato purée, and butter.
  4. Bring the sauce to the boil, then simmer, with the lid slightly off, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until reduced and thickened. Season to taste.
  5. Add in the shrimp, then cook for about 5-7 mins until the shrimp is cooked through and opaque.

Notes

  • One serving  contains 6 Blue Plan SmartPoints.
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  • You can prep the sauce ahead of time and store it in the fridge.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut your veggies up nice and small so that they cook quickly.
  • The flavor really develops over time, so best to prep ahead a few hours before serving.
  • For best results use fresh shrimp but alternatively use frozen shrimp that you defrost just before cooking.
  • Make your life easier by buying peeled and deveined shrimp for cooking.
  • You can use fire-roasted tomatoes if you prefer some extra flavor.
  • Instant Pot Brown Rice.
  • Instant Pot Rice.
  • Easy Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes.

Nutrition Information

Calories 316kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 201mg (67%) Sodium 1250mg (52%) Potassium 776mg (22%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 3082IU (62%) Vitamin C 84mg (93%) Calcium 206mg (21%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 316

% Daily Value*

Calories 316kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 19g 6%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 201mg 67%
Sodium 1250mg 52%
Potassium 776mg 17%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 3082IU 62%
Vitamin C 84mg 93%
Calcium 206mg 21%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.