Authentic Shrimp Etouffee Recipe | Louisiana Comfort Food at Its Best!

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option for those avoiding seafood.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Vegetable broth maintains flavor while being plant-based.

cajun seasoning

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: generic seasoning blend

Homemade blends can be tailored for lower sodium.

Drain and dry the shrimp, then season with salt and black pepper, and red hot chili pepper if desired.

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat.

Add the shrimp and cook for 1 minute on each side until they are just blushing pink; do not overcook.

Remove the shrimp to a bowl.

In the same skillet, melt some butter.

Add chopped onions, green bell pepper, celery, and garlic; let them soften.

Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of cajun seasoning and stir it into the vegetables.

Add canned tomatoes and cook until things start to brown a bit.

Slowly whisk in chicken stock until smooth, then bring everything to a simmer and let it thicken for a few minutes.

Add a dash of Worcestershire sauce and season with thyme and salt to taste.

Return the shrimp to the pot and let them warm up in the sauce for 1-2 minutes to unite the flavors.

Serve the shrimp etouffee over rice, garnished with green onions, a sprinkle of cayenne pepper, and a drop of lemon juice.

Cooking Techniques

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