Shrimp Creole Recipe
Description: Shrimp and green peas crown this succulent mixture of rice, tomato, green pepper, and sweet sausage. This delightful dish, adopted from a recipe dating back to the gold rush of 2005, captures the essence of Creole cuisine with its vibrant flavors and hearty ingredients.
Recipe Category: One Dish Meal 🍲
Keywords: Creole, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours ⏳
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 743.8
- Fat Content: 33.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 11.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 179.9mg
- Sodium Content: 2297.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 65.1g
- Fiber Content: 4g
- Sugar Content: 6.8g
- Protein Content: 43.8g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/2 | Sweet Italian sausage links |
| 3 | Celery |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1 | Green pepper |
| 1 | Can of tomatoes |
| 2 cups | Long grain rice |
| 2 cups | Water |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 tsp | Ground red pepper |
| 1 lb | Large shrimp |
| 1 cup | Green peas |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Sausage:
- In a 12-inch skillet over medium heat, cook the sweet Italian sausage links.
- Add ¼ cup water to the skillet and bring to a boil.
- Cover the skillet and cook the sausages for 5 minutes.
- Remove the cover and continue cooking until the sausages are well browned, about 20 minutes. Turn the sausages frequently and prick them to release fat.
- With a slotted spoon, remove the sausages to paper towels to drain.
- Cut the sausages into 1-inch chunks and place them in a 4-quart casserole dish.
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Cook the Vegetables:
- In the drippings remaining in the skillet over medium heat, cook the celery, onion, and green pepper until the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
- With a slotted spoon, remove the vegetables to the casserole dish with the sausages.
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Prepare the Rice Mixture:
- Add the can of tomatoes with their liquid, long grain rice, salt, ground red pepper, and 2 cups of water to the casserole dish.
- Cover the dish and bake for 35 minutes, stirring frequently.
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Prepare the Shrimp and Peas:
- Meanwhile, shell and devein the shrimp.
- After the rice has baked for 35 minutes, tuck some shrimp into the rice mixture and arrange peas and some shrimp on top of the casserole.
- Cover the dish and continue baking for 10 minutes or until the shrimp turns pink, the rice is tender, and all the liquid is absorbed.
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Serve:
- Once cooked, remove the Shrimp Creole from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Enjoy your Flavorful Shrimp Creole!
This delightful Creole-inspired dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its robust flavors and hearty ingredients, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Serve it alongside a crisp salad or crusty bread for a satisfying meal that’s as delicious as it is comforting.
