Best 4 How To Make Smothered Shrimp Recipes

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Smothered shrimp is a delectable dish that combines juicy, succulent shrimp with a flavorful sauce made from various ingredients. It's a culinary journey that tantalizes the taste buds and offers a delightful symphony of flavors. Originating from the Southern United States, smothered shrimp has become a beloved dish enjoyed by people all over the world. The secret to creating the perfect smothered shrimp lies in selecting the freshest shrimp and crafting a sauce that complements the seafood's delicate taste. With a variety of recipes available, each adding a unique twist to the classic dish, you'll find yourself embarking on an exciting adventure to discover the best recipe that suits your personal preferences.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SMOTHERED SHRIMP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Oil, for frying
2 pounds fresh or frozen shrimp, thawed and peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons garlic powder
Salt
Flour, for dredging and thickening
1 large onion, chopped
Water
4 cups cooked white rice

Steps:

  • Heat oil in skillet. Lightly season shrimp with pepper, garlic powder, and salt and then dredge in the flour, shaking off any excess.
  • Lightly fry until shrimp turn pink and curl, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and drain. Saute onions in the same pan until they begin to soften. Add a couple tablespoons of flour and whisk well to make a roux. Season with a little more salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Whisk in water, 1/4 cup at a time until desired consistency is reached. Add shrimp and simmer in gravy for 10 minutes. Serve over white rice.

EASY CREOLE OKRA AND SHRIMP



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This recipe is quick easy and delicious. Spoon over white rice and enjoy.

Provided by jrchef

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
3 cooked andouille sausage, cut into quarters
1 (10 ounce) package frozen cut okra, thawed
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, or to taste
2 teaspoons salt
2 pounds peeled and deveined medium shrimp (30-40 per pound)

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the bell pepper and onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes, then add the okra, sausage, Cajun seasoning, and salt. Cover and cook for 30 minutes. Stir in the shrimp and cook until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, 8 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 175.3 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 1163.1 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

SMOTHERED OKRA WTH SHRIMP



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A classic southern coastal dish. This version is from Chef Drextal Carter, of The Praline Connection in New Orleans. it was published n The Times-Picayune in anticipation of the French Market Creole Tomato Festival coming this weekend. I plan to make it when my own tomatoes & okra are ready (soon)! Use the freshest ripe red (or black or pink) robustly flavored tomatoes you can get.

Provided by Busters friend

Categories     Stew

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 quarts okra, fresh sliced
1/2 cup tomato paste
1/2 cup oil
2 cups tomatoes (fresh Creole)
1 cup onion, chopped
1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped
1/2 lb smoked sausage
1 cup celery
1/2 cup shrimp stock
1/4 cup garlic, diced
thyme, fresh, to taste
cayenne, to taste
salt, pinch

Steps:

  • In a 4-quart sauce pan, saute the okra with 1/2 of the oil until tender or slime is cooked out and set aside.
  • In another sauce pan, heat remainder of oil, and saute smoke sausage, onion,.
  • celery, bell pepper and garlic. Cook until tender, then add cayenne pepper,.
  • thyme and tomato paste, and tomato puree, stirring constantly.
  • Add shrimp stock and tomato puree. Bring to a low boil, then add okra and.
  • cook for 1/2 hour. Add shrimp and cook until tender. Serve over hot rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477.4, Fat 31.5, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 173, Sodium 939.7, Carbohydrate 22.3, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 7.6, Protein 29.2

CRAB SMOTHERED SHRIMP



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I have had this recipe for years, handwritten. No idea where it came from originally, but what a great dish that really will impress guests.

Provided by Just Call Me Martha

Categories     Crab

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

24 large shrimp, shelled and deveined
2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, finely minced
1 cup celery, finely minced
1/2 cup green pepper, finely minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 lb fresh crabmeat (or canned if necessary)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1 dash Tabasco sauce
1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumb
1 egg, beaten
1 cup light cream
1/2 cup butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 dash paprika

Steps:

  • Split the raw shrimp lengthwise, so they can be opened flat, but do not cut all the way through.
  • Spread the shrimp flat in a 9" X 13" baking dish and set aside.
  • In medium skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter and then saute onion, celery and green pepper until onion is transparent.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Add parsley.
  • Toss this mixture with crabmeat.
  • Add seasonings, breadcrumbs, egg and cream.
  • Toss gently, but thoroughly.
  • Mound crab mixture on shrimp.
  • Melt 1/2 cup butter and add minced garlic. Pour over shrimp and crab mixture.
  • Sprinkle top with paprika and bake in 400 degree oven for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 595.6, Fat 44, SaturatedFat 26.3, Cholesterol 300.1, Sodium 1535.7, Carbohydrate 17.7, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2.9, Protein 32.9

Tips:

  • Use fresh shrimp: Fresh shrimp will have a sweeter, more delicate flavor than frozen shrimp.
  • Devein the shrimp: Deveining the shrimp will remove the digestive tract, which can be gritty and unpleasant to eat.
  • Marinate the shrimp: Marinating the shrimp in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs will help to infuse them with flavor.
  • Cook the shrimp until they are just opaque: Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
  • Use a good quality sauce: The sauce is what will really make your smothered shrimp dish shine. Look for a sauce that is rich, flavorful, and has a bit of a kick.
  • Serve the smothered shrimp over rice or pasta: This will help to soak up all of the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Smothered shrimp is a classic dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its rich, flavorful sauce and tender, juicy shrimp, it's a dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give smothered shrimp a try. You won't be disappointed!

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