Shrimp Creole over Yellow Rice

Plump shrimp simmered in a spiced tomato creole sauce over yellow rice, with a side of greens

40 minutes
4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 2 cups yellow rice
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • Hot sauce to taste
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook yellow rice according to package directions; keep warm.

  2. 2

    Sauté onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic in oil until soft (the "holy trinity").

  3. 3

    Add crushed tomatoes and Cajun seasoning; simmer 15 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in shrimp and cook just until pink, 4-5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Adjust seasoning and add hot sauce to taste.

  6. 6

    Spoon the shrimp creole over yellow rice and serve with greens.

Liz's Tip:

Add the shrimp last and pull them off the heat as soon as they curl — overcooked shrimp turn rubbery.

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