Shrimp creole

Shrimp creole

Ingredients/Components

• salt - 1 tsp
• flour - 1/4 c
• water - 2 c
• vegetable oil - 1/4 c
• medium tomatoes - 3 item
• bay leaf - 1 item
• cayenne pepper - 1/2 tsp
• seafood seasoning - 1 item
• medium onions, chopped - 2 item
• medium bell peppers, chopped - 2 item
• raw, unpeeled shrimp - 2 lb

How to make shrimp creole:

Boil shrimp with the seafood seasoning to taste for 12 minutes. Let soak in same water for 1/2 hour. Peel shrimp.

Combine flour and oil in a heavy skillet and brown flour until dark brown, being careful to stir constantly to avoid scorching. Slowly add water to avoid lumps.

Bring to a boil. Add all ingredients, except shrimp. Simmer 20 minutes. Add shrimp and 2 teaspoons seafood seasoning. Simmer 10 minutes. Serve over white rice. Serves 6.

Recipe categories: Seafood, Shellfish, Shrimp.