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!
Ingredients
- 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!)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 532g | |
| Recipe makes 8 servings | |
| Calories 589 | |
| Calories from Fat 250 | 42% |
| Total Fat 28.35g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat 15.6g | 62% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 492mg | 164% |
| Sodium 596mg | 25% |
| Potassium 819mg | 23% |
| Total Carbs 20.76g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.3g | 8% |
| Sugars 3.2g | 2% |
| Protein 60.7g | 97% |
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August 16, 2010
Great flavors and really easy to make. Beginners will love this recipe!I've cooked/tasted this recipe!
Comments
January 12, 2009Sounds really good, Gina! I look forward to trying this. Thanks for sharing!
