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Shrimp Creole (Momma's Recipe) Recipe
LOVE this one! It's not hot - so the kids should like it. It is a favorite from my childhood and still to this day. You can add heat by throwing in some peppers or your favorite hot sauce. Enjoy!
| Prep time: 30 Minutes | Cajun |
| Cook time: 15 Minutes | Servings: 8+ |
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 458g | |
| Recipe makes 8 servings | |
| Calories 575 | |
| Calories from Fat 249 | 43% |
| Total Fat 28.2g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat 15.57g | 62% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 492mg | 164% |
| Sodium 592mg | 25% |
| Potassium 651mg | 19% |
| Total Carbs 17.79g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.3g | 4% |
| Sugars 1.28g | 1% |
| Protein 60.05g | 96% |
Ingredients Convert Measures
- 5 lbs. shrimp
- 1 c. butter
- 1 c. flour
- 3 c. water
- 4 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp. thyme
- 1 large onion
- 2 large cloves garlic
- 1 cup chopped parsley
- 1 1/2 cup green pepper
- salt & pepper to taste
- 2 pts. tomatoes
- juice of 1 lemon
Directions
- Melt butter
- Add flour - brown lightly
- Add seasonings & onion, pepper,etc.
- Add everything else - except shrimp.
- When onions & bell peppers are done, add shrimp.
- Cook until they turn pink (3-5 minutes).
- Serve over rice (delish!)
January 12, 2009 06:07