Shrimp Creole (Emeril Lagasse) Recipe

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Shrimp Creole (Emeril Lagasse)
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Directions:

  1. In a large saucepan (one gallon), over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onions, peppers, and celery to the pan. Season the vegetables with salt and cayenne. Saute the vegetables until they are wilted, about 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in the bay leaves, tomatoes, and garlic. Season with salt and cayenne. Bring the mixture up to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Simmer the mixture for about 15 minutes. If the mixture becomes too dry add some water. Season the mixture with the Worcestershire Sauce and hot sauce. Whisk the flour and water together. Add the flour mixture to the tomato mixture and continue to cook for 4 to 6 minutes. Season the shrimp with Essence. Add the shrimp to the mixture and continue to cook for about 4 to 6 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and curl up. Stir in the green onions and parsley.
  2. Check the seasoning and add more salt and cayenne if needed. Serve the Shrimp Creole spooned over the rice.
  3. Emeril's ESSENCE Creole Seasoning (also referred to as Bayou Blast):
  4. Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  5. Yield: 2/3 cup
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 1362.49 Kcal (5704 kJ)
Calories from fat 878.64 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 97.63g 150%
Cholesterol 271.56mg 91%
Sodium 4528.73mg 189%
Potassium 908mg 19%
Total Carbs 104.92g 35%
Sugars 9.07g 36%
Dietary Fiber 7.84g 31%
Protein 23.06g 46%
Vitamin C 61.1mg 102%
Vitamin A 1.6mg 54%
Iron 18.3mg 102%
Calcium 169.1mg 17%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 195.36 Kcal (818 kJ)
Calories from fat 125.99 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14g 150%
Cholesterol 38.94mg 91%
Sodium 649.36mg 189%
Potassium 130.2mg 19%
Total Carbs 15.04g 35%
Sugars 1.3g 36%
Dietary Fiber 1.12g 31%
Protein 3.31g 46%
Vitamin C 8.8mg 102%
Vitamin A 0.2mg 54%
Iron 2.6mg 102%
Calcium 24.2mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 34.6
    Points
  • 38
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium,
  • High in Total Fat

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