Savory Shrimp Etouffee: A Comforting Cajun Delight
Experience the delicious blend of shrimp and spices in this Shrimp Etouffee recipe, a comforting Cajun delight sure to impress.
Equipment
- large skillet
Ingredients
Roux
- ½ cup all-purpose flour key ingredient for flavor
- ½ cup vegetable oil achieves perfect roux consistency
Vegetable Medley
- 1 chopped onion
- 1 chopped green bell pepper
- 1 chopped celery stalk
- 3 minced cloves garlic
Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for extra heat
Broth and Protein
- 3-4 cups vegetable broth to create savory sauce
- 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp main protein source
Garnishing and Serving
- ¼ cup sliced green onions to garnish
- 2 cups cooked white rice to serve under etouffee
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large skillet, combine flour and vegetable oil over medium heat to make the roux, stirring continuously for 15-20 minutes until medium brown.
- Add chopped onion, green bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic to the roux. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Cook for another minute to incorporate spices.
- Gradually add vegetable broth, stirring constantly. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until smooth and thickened.
- Fold in shrimp and cook for 5-7 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Serve over cooked rice and garnish with sliced green onions.
Notes
For best results, use fresh shrimp and allow the dish to rest before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
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