Easy Shrimp Etouffee

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Cajun-style creamy shrimp stew served over rice
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This Easy Shrimp Etouffee is a comforting, Cajun-inspired dish that brings rich, savory flavors to your dinner table. Featuring a velvety sauce made from a roux of margarine, the stew is packed with the classic “holy trinity” of Cajun cooking: onions, celery, and bell peppers. The addition of Ro-tel tomatoes adds a subtle tang and heat, while Worcestershire sauce and parsley deepen the umami profile. The shrimp are cooked quickly to remain tender and juicy. This one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights or when you crave a hearty, satisfying comfort food. Serve it spooned generously over hot steamed rice for a complete, flavorful experience that the whole family will love.

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Easy Shrimp Etouffee

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 308.4

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This Easy Shrimp Etouffee is a comforting, Cajun-inspired dish that brings rich, savory flavors to your dinner table. Featuring a velvety sauce made from a roux of margarine, the stew is packed with the classic "holy trinity" of Cajun cooking: onions, celery, and bell peppers. The addition of Ro-tel tomatoes adds a subtle tang and heat, while Worcestershire sauce and parsley deepen the umami profile. The shrimp are cooked quickly to remain tender and juicy. This one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights or when you crave a hearty, satisfying comfort food. Serve it spooned generously over hot steamed rice for a complete, flavorful experience that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Melt the margarine in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onions, bell pepper, and celery to the melted margarine. Saut&# 195;©, covered, for about 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in the Ro-tel tomatoes (including juice), Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Add the peeled shrimp and the can of cream of mushroom soup to the pot. Stir well to combine.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and green onion tops.
  7. Serve hot over steamed white rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 308.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26.5g41%
Saturated Fat 8.2g41%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 446.0mg19%
Total Carbohydrate 17.3g6%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g22%
Sugars 8.4g
Protein 3.0g6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cajun, celery, chopped, easy, etouffee, main, margarine, onions, pepper, rotel, seafood, shrimp, sticks, title, tomatoes, vegan
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