Shrimp Etouffee Recipe - Spicy Creole/Cajun Shrimp Sauce on Rice - Frozen Shrimp Tips

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option that is more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and margarine is often less expensive.

chicken stock

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and bouillon cubes are a budget-friendly option.

green bell pepper

🥗Healthier: yellow bell pepper

💰Cheaper: frozen bell pepper mix

Frozen mixes are often cheaper and reduce prep time.

In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Add the shrimp and season with salt and the spice blend. Sear the shrimp until they are just cooked through, then remove and set aside.

In the same pot, melt the butter and add the onions, celery, and green pepper. Sauté until softened.

Stir in the flour and cook for a minute to create a roux.

Add the diced tomatoes and cook for a few minutes.

Pour in the chicken stock and Worcestershire sauce, stirring to combine.

Return the shrimp to the pot and simmer for a few minutes until heated through and the sauce thickens.

Serve the etouffee over cooked white rice, garnished with sliced green onions.

Cooking Techniques

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