Go Back
–+ servings
Steamed shrimp and vegetable stew with rice in a dark bowl on a wooden table.

Weeknight Shrimp Creole

Diana
Juicy shrimp simmered in a spiced Creole tomato sauce with onion, celery, and peppers. Ready in 20 minutes!
No ratings yet
Servings 4 servings
Calories 272
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Course Shrimp, Tomatoes
Cuisine Cajun/Creole
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds shrimp
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • 1 28- 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 14.5-ounce can tomatoes, diced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Creole or Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried leaf oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Hot cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

  • Peel & devein the shrimp. Run the tip of a sharp knife down the back of a shrimp and remove the dark vein. Repeat with the remaining shrimp. Rinse under cold water. Refrigerate the shrimp until you’re ready to cook.
  • Sauté the aromatics. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the peppers, onions, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are just tender, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Add the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
  • Add the tomatoes and seasonings. Add the crushed and diced tomatoes along with the Cajun seasoning, oregano, cayenne, and red pepper flakes, if using. Adjust the heat to suit your taste. Add salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 20 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Cook the shrimp. Meanwhile, place the shrimp in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a rolling boil and cook just long enough for the shrimp to turn pink. Remove from heat and drain.
  • Finish the dish. Add the shrimp to the sauce and continue cooking for about 5 minutes. Serve with hot cooked rice.
    creole sauce and rice

Nutrition

Calories: 272kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 39gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 274mgSodium: 279mgPotassium: 567mgFiber: 7gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 163IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 123mgIron: 1mg

Disclaimer:

Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.

Keyword shrimp creole
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!