Shrimp etouffee is a classic Cajun dish consisting of shrimp cooked in a rich, flavorful sauce made with a base of butter, onions, celery, bell peppers, and tomatoes. The sauce is seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices, such as cayenne pepper, paprika, oregano, and thyme, and often thickened with flour or rice. Typically served over rice, shrimp etouffee is sure to tantalize your taste buds with its bold, piquant flavors. Read on to discover some of the best recipes for this Louisiana staple.
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DOWN-HOME CAJUN SHRIMP ETOUFFEE RECIPE
My easy to make Shrimp Etouffee is perfect for that special date night or to make any night a special occasion!
Provided by Chef Dennis Littley
Categories Entree
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Add the shrimp shells and scraps of onion and celery to a small saucepot with a little olive oil to saute and cook for a few minutes
- then add the sliced lemon and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to a low simmer for 20 minutes. Add more water if necessary to keep the stock close to 1 ½ cups
- Strain the solids from the broth and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat, cook until it starts to brown sprinkle in the flour while mixing and reduce the heat to simmer. Continue to simmer until the roux turns dark brown, about 10 minutes.
- Add the onion, celery, and peppers to the roux and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes.
- Add the garlic and thyme and cook for a minute.
- Whisk in the broth
- Add the tomatoes and seasoning, reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Season with hot sauce and sea salt to taste.
- Dry the peeled shrimp with paper towels
- Mix some of your seasoning (or paprika if you don't want heat) and chopped parsley with your towel-dried shrimp. Toss the shrimp with the seasoning.
- Heat another saute pan over medium-high heat. Add a little oil to the pan and add the seasoned shrimp
- Saute the shrimp quickly and cook until just done so they stay moist and tender. You want to get color into the shrimp so it's okay if they seasoning burns a little.
- Place white rice in center of bowl, add Etouffee Sauce around rice, place cooked shrimp on top
- Garnish with parsley and green onions
Nutrition Facts : Calories 804 kcal, Carbohydrate 93 g, Protein 39 g, Fat 33 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 275 mg, Sodium 2166 mg, Fiber 10 g, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SHRIMP ÉTOUFFéE
This classic Louisiana dish can be on the dinner table in just over an hour. Have all of the ingredients prepped and ready to go before you start cooking. To make the meal come together even faster, you can cook the rice ahead of time and reheat it before serving. Once dinner's done, all you'll need is some hot sauce and plenty of crusty bread for mopping up all the rich, velvety sauce. Not a fan of shrimp? Substitute crawfish tail meat.
Provided by Southern Living Editors
Time 1h15m
Yield Serves 6 (serving size: about 1 cup étouffée over rice)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium-low; whisk in flour. Cook, whisking constantly, until mixture turns golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Increase heat to medium, and add onion, celery, and garlic. Cook, stirring often, until soft and golden, about 15 minutes.
- Stir in bell peppers, and cook, stirring often, 5 minutes. Stir in broth and water, and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens, 7 to 10 minutes. Stir in shrimp, and cook, stirring occasionally, until shrimp turn pink, about 5 minutes. Stir in hot sauce, salt, and pepper; cook 5 more minutes. Stir in scallions and parsley, and simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand 5 minutes. Serve immediately over hot cooked rice.
SHRIMP ETOUFFEE
Shrimp Etouffee! This classic Louisiana stew is made with shrimp, the Holy Trinity of onion, celery, and green pepper, and a simple roux to thicken it up. Serve it over rice for a true Cajun meal!
Provided by Hank Shaw
Categories Dinner Comfort Food Cajun Creole New Orleans Shrimp
Time 2h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Make the shrimp stock: Pour 2 quarts of water into a pot and add all the shrimp stock ingredients. Bring to a boil, drop the heat down and simmer the stock gently for 45 minutes. Strain through a fine-meshed sieve into another pot set over low heat. You will only need about 2 cups of stock for this recipe. Use the leftover stock for soup, risotto, etc. It will last in the fridge for a week or frozen for up to three months.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 320 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 2200 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 13 g, ServingSize Serves 4 to 6, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
SHRIMP ETOUFEE
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Add the oil to a large heavy Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once hot, sprinkle in the flour. Cook the roux, while stirring, until it's the shade of peanut butter, 10 to 12 minutes. Add the thyme, garlic, celery, onions and bell pepper and saute until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the paprika, cayenne and white pepper and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Whisk in the stock, clam juice, tomatoes, hot sauce and Worcestershire. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce to a low simmer and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes of simmering, adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper and hot sauce. Stir in the shrimp, lower the heat and cook until the shrimp are cooked through and bright pink, about 5 minutes. Stir in the green onions right before serving.
- Serve in a bowl with a mound of white rice in the center.
CHEF JOHN'S SHRIMP ETOUFFEE
We're going to use this spicy and delicious New Orleans classic to demonstrate that it is possible to get good results from using waterlogged frozen shrimp, which unfortunately is sometimes the only option. To make them work we've got to use a few tricks. I prefer this with little chunks of browned chicken or pork, actually.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Etouffee Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Whisk paprika, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, white pepper, and black pepper together in a small bowl.
- Drain shrimp in a colander for at least 15 minutes. Transfer to a bowl lined with paper towels and dry shrimp for about 3 minutes. Remove paper towels from bowl and season shrimp with 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon spice blend. Toss to coat shrimp with spice blend.
- Heat vegetable oil a large heavy skillet over high heat until oil is smoking hot. Cook shrimp in the hot oil without stirring for 1 minute; stir, and cook 1 minute more.
- Transfer shrimp to a large bowl. Let stand until juice forms in bowl. Strain shrimp juices into chicken stock to total 2 cups, adding more chicken stock if necessary.
- Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat until butter begins to turn tan at the edges. Saute onion, celery, and green pepper in hot butter until softened, about 5 minutes. Pour in remaining spice blend.
- Sprinkle flour into vegetable mixture and saute until combined, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in tomatoes; cook until tomato juices begin to brown on bottom of pan, about 3 minutes. Whisk stock into vegetable mixture, stirring until smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened and reduced to a gravy consistency, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce. Season with salt to taste.
- Stir shrimp into etouffee sauce; let simmer until shrimp are cooked all the way through and no longer translucent, about 1 minute.
- Garnish with green onions and a dusting of cayenne pepper. Pour over rice in large, shallow bowls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 423.6 calories, Carbohydrate 30.2 g, Cholesterol 368.9 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 40.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 1114 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
SHRIMP ETOUFFEE
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories dinner, main course
Time 1h10m
Yield Four servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a medium-size saucepan over medium heat. Add the shrimp shells and cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes. Add the wine and the water, increase the heat and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Strain.
- Heat 1/4 cup of shrimp broth in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add onion, peppers and celery, lower the heat slightly and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stirring constantly and rapidly with a small spoon, add the flour. Continue stirring and cook the mixture until it turns a deep golden brown, about 3 minutes. Whisk in the remaining shrimp broth.
- Stir the thyme, oregano, cayenne and bay leaf into the vegetable mixture and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the broth mixture, bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes. Add the shrimp, salt and pepper and cook until just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for 2 minutes. Adjust the salt and pepper to taste, remove the bay leaf and serve over white rice.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 239, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 1036 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SHRIMP ÉTOUFFéE
Found in both Creole and Cajun cuisines, étouffée is most commonly made with crawfish tails, which have a distinct flavor, but crawfish have a short season and aren't readily available in most places. This version, with shrimp, is more than a worthy substitute, and an excellent dish all its own. The dish takes its name from the French word "étouffée," which nods to its protein being smothered with sauce. This recipe uses a shortcut version of a roux: The flour is added after the onion, celery, bell pepper and garlic have already been sautéed in the butter. If you omit the hot sauce, add apple cider vinegar in its place.
Provided by Vallery Lomas
Categories weekday, seafood, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the onion, celery and bell pepper, and cook until softened, about 7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 more minute.
- Sprinkle the flour over the ingredients and stir constantly until lightly toasted, about 5 minutes. Add the tomato paste, and stir and cook for 1 more minute.
- Pour in the stock and 3/4 cup water. Cook until the liquid is reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Add the hot sauce, bay leaf, Creole seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Bring to a boil, and cook until the mixture starts to thicken, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the shrimp and reduce the heat to medium. Simmer until the shrimp is cooked through and opaque, about 5 minutes, turning each piece halfway through. Remove from the heat. Taste and adjust seasoning. Sprinkle the scallions on top. Serve warm over rice.
SHRIMP ETOUFEE III
I go by feel more that cups and teaspoons - this is one my mother had fed us when we were little - and we loved it! I cook it now and my kids love it! Try this and see! This takes time but it's good!
Provided by RONNIE B.
Categories Etouffee
Time 2h30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Blend well. Cover and place in the refrigerator.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup of margarine and add the onions. Saute the onions until they are translucent.
- Stir in the celery and bell pepper. Increase the heat to high and stir occasionally for 20 minutes. Add the remaining 1/2 cup of margarine and bring to a boil. Fold in the shrimp and reduce heat to medium cook for 10 minutes.
- Mix the cornstarch and water together and slowly pour it into the pot; just covering the top of the shrimp mixture. Cook on medium/high heat until the celery is soft; about 20 minutes. Add any additional salt, pepper and red pepper flakes to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 287 mg, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 36.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 876.2 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
EMERIL'S SHRIMP ETOUFFEE
Bought a new Dutch Oven and this recipe from Emeril Lagasse (sp?) came with it. Gave it a try and it was pretty simple and DH loved it. It looked pretty impressive too. Served it with steamed white rice. I'm guessing at the serving size as it only states 3 quarts. Edited to include shrimp and amount (how could I forget something that important) thanks Grease for bringing it to my attention. Also for the Essence I used recipe#14372.
Provided by Bonnie G 2
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h55m
Yield 3 quarts, 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- in 3.5 quart dutch oven (or heavy pan) set over medium heat, melt butter, Once butter melted, add flour to pot and stir continuously to make a roux, Stir roux over medium heat until it becomes the color of peanut butter, about 5 minutes.
- Add onions, peppers, celery and garlic to roux, cook stirring often for about 10 minutes.
- Pour tomatoes into pot and season with bay leaves, salt and 1 tablespoon of Emeril's Original Essence (I used the recipe on Zaar), Cook tomatoes for 2-3 minutes and then add stock, Use a whisk to briskly incorporate the stock into the roux, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, Cook the etouffee stirring occasionally for 45 minutes.
- Peel and devein the shrimp - I left tails on. Season the shrimp with the remaining tablespoon of Emeril's Original Essence and add to the pot, stirring to evenly distribute shrimp, Cook the shrimp for 5-7 minutes, or until shrimp are cooked through, Add chopped parsley to pot and stir to combine, Serve etouffee with steamed white rice, Garnish with green onion tops.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.4, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 190.2, Sodium 1252.1, Carbohydrate 12.7, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3.2, Protein 20.4
ULTIMATE SHRIMP ETOUFFEE
My aunt lives in Baton Rouge Louisiana, she has been making and serving this at family get togethers for years, I always loved it, I finally got the recipe from her. Yes it has cream of mushroom soups in it, I was just as suprised, if you don't tell anyone they will never know. This is a real treat, very rich, easy to make and perfect for special occations. I know I know, the "cream-of" soups makes it seem not-so-cajun but like I said, my aunt lives in cajun country, so if you have a problem.....take it up with her, ha ha. Her son, my cousin, is famous for his Gumbo, maybe I can get his recipe as well.
Provided by Chipfo
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 40m
Yield 1 large pan, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Dice onion. pepper and celery, I do a medium dice.
- In a large pan, melt butter and add onion, bell pepper, celery and saute intil tender.
- I use the diced original rotel, but if you get the can with whole tomatoes, dice it up. It comes in mild, original and hot, use your preference.
- Add the mushroom soups and rotel and bring to a simmer.
- Season to taste.
- Add shrimp, bring back to a simmer, cook until shrimp is done. About 10 minutes.
- If it is too thick, add a little water or chicken broth.
- Serve over cooked rice. I like to pack a ice cream scoop with the rice, put it in a serving bowl and ladle the etouffee around the rice. For larger bowls, use 2 scoops.
- I have also spooned over grilled steaks before and it was delicious!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345, Fat 21.8, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 234.6, Sodium 1984.8, Carbohydrate 13.7, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 3.5, Protein 23.8
SHRIMP OR CRAWFISH ETOUFFE - PAUL PRUDHOMME
Steps:
- Peel the shrimp or crawfish and use the shells to make a stock.
- Combine onions, celery and bell peppers and set aside.
- Heat the oil in a cast iron skillet over high heat until it begins to smoke, about 4 minutes. Gradually whisk in flour, stirring until smooth. Continue cooking, whisking constantly until the roux is dark red-brown, about 3 to 5 minutes, being careful not to let it scorch or splash on your skin. Remove from heat and immediately stir in the vegetables and 1 tablespoon of the Seafood Magic with a wooden spoon. Continue stirring until cool, about 5 minutes.
- Bring 2 cups of stock to boil in 2 quart saucepan over high heat. Add the roux by spoonfuls to the boiling stock, stirring until dissolved between each addition. Reduce heat to low and cook, whisking constantly, until the flour taste is gone, about 2 minutes. If any of the mixture scorches, don't continue to scrape that part of the pan bottom. Remove from heat and set aside.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better your shrimp étouffée will taste. Look for plump, juicy shrimp, fresh vegetables, and flavorful Cajun spices.
- Make your own Cajun seasoning: It's easy to make your own Cajun seasoning at home, and it will give your étouffée a more authentic flavor. Combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and thyme.
- Don't overcrowd the pot: When you're cooking the shrimp, don't overcrowd the pot. This will prevent the shrimp from cooking evenly.
- Cook the shrimp until they're just opaque: Shrimp cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Cook the shrimp until they're just opaque, about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve over rice: Shrimp étouffée is traditionally served over rice. This helps to soak up the delicious sauce.
Conclusion:
Shrimp étouffée is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its rich, flavorful sauce and tender shrimp, it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give shrimp étouffée a try. You won't be disappointed!
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