Description
Cajun Shrimp Étouffée is a rich and flavorful dish with shrimp simmered in a savory, spicy sauce made with Cajun seasoning, vegetables, and a roux. Served over rice and garnished with fresh green onions, it’s a comforting, mouthwatering meal that’s full of Southern flair.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice, for serving
- Chopped green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour to make a roux, stirring constantly until the roux is a medium brown color.
- Add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a simmer.
- Add shrimp and cook until shrimp is pink and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve over cooked rice and garnish with chopped green onions.
Notes
- For a spicier version, increase the amount of hot sauce or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- This dish can be served with cornbread for a more traditional Southern meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes