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Easy Shrimp Etouffee

Easy Shrimp Etouffee

This easy shrimp etouffee is full of classic Cajun flavor but quick and easy enough for a family friendly weeknight meal!
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Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • - 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • - ½ cup butter
  • - ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • - 1 small onion finely chopped
  • - ½ bell pepper diced
  • - 2 stalks celery diced
  • - 2 cloves garlic minced
  • - 3 cup chicken or seafood broth
  • - 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
  • - ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • - Salt and pepper to taste
  • - 2 cups Minute Instant Jasmine Rice cooked according to package instructions
  • - Chopped green onions for garnish
  • - Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Shrimp: Thaw and peel your shrimp. Set aside.
  2. Make the Roux: In a large skillet or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Gradually whisk in the flour to form a roux. Cook, stirring constantly, until the roux turns a golden brown color, about 10 minutes.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are soft and translucent, about 10 minutes.
  4. Simmer: Stir in the chicken or seafood broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer for 15 minutes. While this is simmering, start your Minute Rice Jasmine Rice. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a separate pot.
  5. Add Shrimp: Gently add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet. Simmer until the shrimp are cooked, about 5 minutes. (This should be the same amount of time it takes your minute rice to complete. See the magic!!)
  6. Season and Serve: Season the etouffee with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve the shrimp etouffee over cooked Minute Instant Jasmine Rice. Garnish with chopped green onions and fresh parsley.