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Title: Louisiana Shrimp Creole
Post by: Cajunate on November 08, 2016, 10:50:59 AM

I had about four pounds of shrimp I had to do something with and I thought about making Pad Thai but the wife suggested Shrimp Creole so why not?
 
Actually I ended up making enough to send some to my daughter who is having their kitchen and den remodeled so they basically can't cook right now and probably freeze some for one of those last minute non cooking meals.
 
Nice pot of Shrimp Creole

(http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x475/Cajunate/Best%20Homemade%20Chili%20Yet%202013/More%20Eats/DSC00070.jpg)

Served with corn, Lima Beans w/andouille and homemade Parker House rolls.

(http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x475/Cajunate/Best%20Homemade%20Chili%20Yet%202013/More%20Eats/DSC00072.jpg)

Not a bad meal for a rainy Monday evening!

(http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x475/Cajunate/Best%20Homemade%20Chili%20Yet%202013/More%20Eats/DSC00074.jpg)

Title: Re: Louisiana Shrimp Creole
Post by: TMB on November 08, 2016, 10:57:02 AM

Good lord that looks good.. 

Title: Re: Louisiana Shrimp Creole
Post by: Wingman on November 08, 2016, 11:41:53 AM

Quote from: TMB on November 08, 2016, 10:57:02 AM

Good lord that looks good..

Ditto that.  Very nice.

Title: Re: Louisiana Shrimp Creole
Post by: RG on November 08, 2016, 01:22:46 PM

I'll take 2 plates to go!

Title: Re: Louisiana Shrimp Creole
Post by: smoker pete on November 08, 2016, 03:03:35 PM

Exquisite looking Shrimp Creole  :P  :P ... Love those Lima Beans!!

Title: Re: Louisiana Shrimp Creole
Post by: hikerman on November 08, 2016, 04:07:47 PM

Wonderful shrimp creole! And beautiful plate rain or no rain!

Title: Re: Louisiana Shrimp Creole
Post by: Smokin Don on November 08, 2016, 04:23:50 PM

I'll take the plate!!! Looks great!!! Don

Title: Re: Louisiana Shrimp Creole
Post by: SmokinKat on November 08, 2016, 05:08:48 PM

Oh man that looks great!! 

Title: Re: Louisiana Shrimp Creole
Post by: Smokerjunky on November 08, 2016, 06:17:04 PM

That looks excellent.  Can we talk you into sharing the recipe?

Title: Re: Louisiana Shrimp Creole
Post by: Cajunate on November 09, 2016, 09:19:53 AM

Quote from: Smokerjunky on November 08, 2016, 06:17:04 PM

That looks excellent.  Can we talk you into sharing the recipe?

Here's the recipe

   
Shrimp Creole

   


3 pounds 21-25 count shrimp, peeled and de-veined
3/4 cup butter
3/4 cup flour
1 cup chopped onions
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped bell pepper
2 tbsps diced garlic
1/2 small can tomato paste
2 15 oz. cans crushed tomatoes
1-1/2 quarts shellfish stock(see recipe)....You can use chicken stock here.
1 cup chopped green onions
½ cup chopped parsley
salt and cracked black pepper to taste
dash of Louisiana Hot Sauce
METHOD:
The flavor of this dish will be greatly enhanced by the use of a rich shrimp stock. This may be done by boiling the shrimp shells in shellfish stock to achieve a concentrated flavor. In a two gallon heavy-bottomed sauce pan, heat butter over medium high heat. Using a wire whisk, add flour, stirring constantly, until light brown roux is achieved. Add onions, celery, bell pepper and garlic and sauté until vegetables are wilted, approximately three to five minutes. Add tomatoes and tomato paste and blend well into roux mixture. Slowly add shellfish stock, a little at a time, stirring constantly until sauce-like consistency is achieved. Allow to cook approximately fifteen minutes, stirring occasionally. Add stock should mixture become too thick. Add shrimp, green onions and parsley and continue to cook five additional minutes. Season to taste using salt and black pepper. Serve over hot white rice using a dash of Louisiana hot sauce.

   

Title: Re: Louisiana Shrimp Creole
Post by: Smokerjunky on November 09, 2016, 11:37:11 AM

Thanks for the recipe - not gonna lie - pretty excited to try it.

Title: Re: Louisiana Shrimp Creole
Post by: Savannahsmoker on November 09, 2016, 05:29:31 PM

Thanks for posting the recipe for that fine looking meal as I do like Shrimp Creole.
I also like all kinds of Pad Thai but never had it with shrimp.
Please show us that cook next time you do it.

Title: Re: Louisiana Shrimp Creole
Post by: tomcrete1 on November 09, 2016, 05:45:43 PM

I hope there some left for me!  :D

Title: Re: Louisiana Shrimp Creole
Post by: Roget on November 10, 2016, 10:29:29 AM

Man that looks good.
Now I'm hungry.