Shrimp Creole
Recipe Courtesy of Executive Chef John Folse, New Orleans, LA


Serves 6

3 Lbs (21-25 count) Shrimp, peeled and deveined
¾ Cup Vegetable Oil
¾ Cup Flour
1 Cup Onions, diced
1 Cup Celery, diced
1 Cup Bell Peppers, diced
2 Tbsp Garlic, minced
2 Cups Tomato Sauce
1 Cup Tomatoes, diced
1 ½ Qts Shellfish Stock *(see recipe)
1 Cup Green Onions, thinly sliced
½ Cup Parsley, chopped
Salt and Cracked Black Pepper, to taste
Granulated Garlic, to taste
Louisiana Hot Sauce, to taste


In a 2-gallon, heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Whisk in flour, stirring constantly until a light brown roux is achieved *(see roux recipes). Add onions, celery, bell peppers and minced garlic then sauté 3-5 minutes or until vegetables are wilted. Blend in tomato sauce and diced tomatoes. Slowly add shellfish stock, stirring constantly until a sauce-like consistency is achieved. Cook approximately 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Additional stock may be needed if mixture becomes too thick. Add shrimp, green onions and parsley then cook 5 additional minutes. Season to taste with salt, pepper and granulated garlic. Serve over steamed white rice with a dash of hot sauce.

**Tip: As seen on the show, this recipe pairs great with Grolsch beer!

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