How to Make Shrimp Etouffee'

Create this authentic Cajun dish to impress your guests. Of the many seafood recipes, this one will certainly remain one of your most requested. It is sure to be served again, since it not only is delicious and easy to prepare, but is also easy on the waistline.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Fresh shrimp,1 pound
• Onions, 1 chopped
• Bell pepper,1 chopped
• Garlic, 1 chopped clove
• Celery,1/2 cup, chopped
• Tomato sauce, 8 ounces
• Parsley
• Green onion
• Cornstarch, 2 tablespoons

1. Clean the shrimp and set aside.

2. Sauté onions, bell peppers, celery and garlic in olive oil. Cook until tender.

3. Add the tomato sauce and water. Season with salt and pepper and Cajun seasoning. Simmer for thirty minutes.

4. Thicken with corn starch. Add the shrimp and simmer for ten minutes. Serve over cooked rice.

Tips & Warnings

• Combine cold water with cornstarch to prevent lumps.
• Add more Cajun seasoning if desired.

[Desula]

on 8/24/2008 Thanks for the recipe on shrimp etouffee'. It sounds good and healthy.

[Chipsnsalsagirl]

on 8/24/2008 This recipe reminds me of my childhood!

[there4u]

on 8/23/2008 I live near the shore and shrimp is everywhere. This will be a great addition to my shrimp recipes.