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Shrimp Etouffee

Shrimp etouffee is a classic Cajun dish of tender shrimp and rice smothered in rich gravy. Make this recipe for a taste of the Big Easy!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 645 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups diced white onion
  • 1 cup diced green bell pepper
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 oz clam juice
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce 
  • 1/2 tsp Tabasco sauce or other hot sauce
  • 2 tsp Cajun Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne powder
  • 1/4 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 lbs large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp butter
For Garnish and Serving
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 cups cooked white rice

Instructions

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  1. Add the oil to a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Whisk in the flour to avoid any lumps.
  2. Use a wooden spoon and stir continuously for at least 15 minutes, until mixture turns a dark caramel color. Take your time to avoid burning it.
  3. Turn heat to low and add the onion, green pepper, and celery. Cook vegetables in the roux for 5 minutes, or until vegetables are soft. Add garlic and cook another minute.
  4. Add the clam juice, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, cajun seasoning, salt, black and cayenne pepper and thyme. Bring to a boil, turn heat to low and simmer 15 minutes. If you prefer it thinner, add 1/4 cup seafood or chicken stock (optional).
  5. While the étouffée simmers, heat a saute pan hot over medium high heat. Add a little oil to the pan and add the shrimp and cook 1 to 2 minutes per side, or until no longer translucent. Turn heat off and add butter. Swirl to coat shrimp. Transfer shrimp into etouffee and toss to mix.
  6. Place cooked rice in center of bowl or plate. Add a scoop of the shrimp etouffee around rice. Garnish with parsley and green onions.

Nutrition Information

Calories 645kcal (32%) Carbohydrates 29g (10%) Protein 50g (100%) Fat 37g (57%) Saturated Fat 26g (130%) Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 587mg (196%) Sodium 2063mg (86%) Potassium 555mg (16%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 1278IU (26%) Vitamin C 52mg (58%) Calcium 385mg (39%) Iron 7mg (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 645

% Daily Value*

Calories 645kcal 32%
Carbohydrates 29g 10%
Protein 50g 100%
Fat 37g 57%
Saturated Fat 26g 130%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 587mg 196%
Sodium 2063mg 86%
Potassium 555mg 12%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 1278IU 26%
Vitamin C 52mg 58%
Calcium 385mg 39%
Iron 7mg 39%

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