Creole Shrimp Stew🔥 You MUST TRY THIS TONIGHT! Shrimp Creole Recipe

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken breast is lower in calories, while tofu provides a plant-based option.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: diced tomatoes

Using fresh tomatoes can be healthier, while diced tomatoes are often cheaper.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon

Vegetable broth is a healthier option, while bouillon is a cost-effective alternative.

Boil shrimp shells in 1 1/2 cups of water for about 20 minutes to make shrimp stock.

Season shrimp with low sodium Cajun seasoning, Creole seasoning, and Old Bay seasoning.

Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pot and sauté shrimp until about three-fourths done.

Add more butter and pre-made dry roux to the pot.

Add andouille sausage and the Trinity; sauté for about 5 minutes.

Add a shrimp bouillon cube and seasonings (thyme, cayenne pepper, garlic powder); cook for 3 more minutes.

Add minced garlic and cook briefly to avoid burning.

Stir in 2 cans of stewed tomatoes and 1 1/2 cups of shrimp stock.

Simmer uncovered on medium heat for about 20 minutes until thickened.

Cover and simmer for an additional 15 minutes to cook potatoes through.

Add shrimp to the stew and warm for 1-2 minutes before serving.

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