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French Shrimp Etouffee

French Shrimp Etouffee

Hey there, fellow food lovers! Today, I am thrilled to share with you a recipe that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant heart of Cajun cuisine: French Shrimp Etouffee. As an experienced chef and passionate food blogger, I'm here to guide you through the creation of this tantalizing dish that showcases the rich flavors and spices of Louisiana. Get ready to indulge in a bowl of succulent shrimp smothered in a luscious, flavorful sauce, served over a bed of fluffy rice. Let's embark on this culinary journey together!
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Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine French
Servings 4 servings
Calories 112 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Dutch oven

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tbsp. of canola oil
  • 1/4 cup of white flour
  • 2 Tbsp. of butter soft
  • 1/2 cup of green bell pepper chopped
  • 1/2 of an onion chopped
  • 1/3 cup of celery chopped
  • 2 tsp. of minced garlic
  • 1 tsp. of thyme dried
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup of tomatoes chopped
  • 2 tsp. of creole seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp. of smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp. of Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cups of shrimp stock
  • 1 pound of shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 to 3 Tbsp. of parsley chopped
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 1 tsp. of hot sauce

Instructions
 

  • In a Dutch oven set over medium heat, add in the melted butter and white flour. Whisk to mix until smooth in consistency. Cook for 10 minutes or until browned.
  • Add in the chopped onion, chopped celery and chopped green bell pepper. Stir well to mix. Cook for 10 minutes or until soft.
  • Add in the minced garlic, dried thyme and bay leaf. Stir well to evenly mix. Continue to cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add in the chopped tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika and creole seasoning. Stir well to incorporate. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add in the shrimp stock and allow to come to a boil. Cook for 5 minutes. Add in the shrimp and continue to cook for 5 minutes.
  • Season with a dash of salt and black pepper. Add in the hot sauce.
  • Add in the chopped parsley and chopped green onions. Stir evenly to mix.
  • Remove from heat and serve immediately.

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Notes

Cajun cuisine is known for its bold and complex flavors, and the key to achieving that authentic taste lies in the "Holy Trinity" of Cajun cooking. This trio consists of onions, bell peppers, and celery, which form the flavor base for many Cajun dishes. Make sure to finely chop these aromatic vegetables and sauté them until they become tender and fragrant. The Holy Trinity adds depth and complexity to the etouffee, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that will make your taste buds dance with delight.
Keyword Shrimp