Description
A classic Louisiana dish, Shrimp Étouffée is a rich and flavorful stew made with shrimp, vegetables, and a dark roux, served over rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Cooked white rice (for serving)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour to create a roux. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 5-7 minutes until the roux is a golden brown color.
- Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Gradually add the chicken broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add the diced tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir well and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Serve the shrimp étouffée over cooked white rice and garnish with sliced green onions.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of cayenne pepper or add diced jalapeños.
- Substitute the shrimp with crawfish or chicken for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun/Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg