BAYOU EGGPLANT AND SHRIMP DRESSING

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A dressing recipe from my FIL's collection. I haven't tried this one yet. Posting for safe keeping and cooler weather. Make the cornbread the night before, crumble it, and set it out to dry overnight.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Oven

Time 2h3m

Yield 14 cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, with leaves, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 lbs eggplants, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, and coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
10 cups coarsely crumbled cornbread (dried overnight)
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
3 eggs, beaten
1 -1 1/2 cup chicken broth (or as needed) or 1 -1 1/2 cup turkey broth (or as needed)
3/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the oil (medium heat) in a large non-stick skillet.
  • Add in the onion, celery, bell pepper, and garlic.
  • Saute/stir for 5 minutes or until the onion is soft.
  • Add in the eggplant, stir to combine.
  • Cover and continue to cook for 8-10 minutes or until the eggplant is tender; stir frequently.
  • Add in the shrimp and Cajun seasoning; cook/stir for 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp are pink.
  • Put the shrimp mixture into a large mixing bowl; add in the crumbled cornbread and parsley.
  • Gradually stir in the eggs and approximately 1 cup broth, until the mixture is evenly moist but not soggy.
  • Season to with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Transfer mixture to a buttered casserole dish; drizzle with 1/2 cup broth.
  • Cover and bake in a 350° oven for about 30 minutes; uncover the last 15 minutes of cooking time if you want a crusty dressing.

Isiphile Magaqa
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat eggplant. My kids loved it!


heba alkirbee
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I really enjoyed this dish. The eggplant and dressing were delicious.


Prisca Priscilla
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are incredible.


Lawrence Scottie
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I've tried this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a staple in my kitchen.


Tanite Bida
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. It's also a great dish to serve to vegetarians.


Awuah Enoch
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my dish turned out really oily.


Bob Leverton
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


jojo gaming jojo tiktok
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This recipe was a bit of a disappointment. The eggplant was bland and the dressing was too runny.


1tap ff king
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I love the combination of eggplant and shrimp in this dish. It's a great way to change up your usual dinner routine.


Elena Hauta
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I've been looking for a good eggplant recipe and this one is perfect. It's easy to make and the flavors are amazing.


Magdalene Hackman
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This dish was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it.


Tusar Roy
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this dish. The dressing was amazing!


Huzaifa Unar
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


syafiq izzat126
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I thought the dressing was a bit too heavy, but the eggplant and shrimp were cooked perfectly.


Zandiswa Nguqu
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.


Gabriel Bednarczuk
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the leftovers are just as good the next day.


Faizan attique
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The eggplant was a bit mushy for my taste, but the shrimp and dressing were delicious.


Itxz Sajjad shah
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I love this recipe! It's easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends.


sobia sheikh
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This dish combines the flavors of eggplant and shrimp in a delicious way. The dressing is creamy and flavorful, and the eggplant is cooked to perfection.