Shrimp Creole
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size | ½ of recipe |
Calories | 270 |
Total Fat | 6.5 g |
Saturated Fat | 1 g |
Sodium | 1,520 mg |
Total Carbohydrate | 25 g |
Dietary Fiber | 2 g |
Protein | 28 g |
Ingredients and Preparation
Ingredients | Measures |
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Canola oil | 2 teaspoons |
Small white onion, chopped | 1 |
Green bell pepper, chopped | 1 |
Garlic cloves, chopped | 2 |
Cajun/Creole seasoning* | 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon (depending on taste) |
Crushed red pepper | 1/8 to 1 teaspoon (depending on taste) |
Diced tomatoes, undrained | 28-ounce can |
Uncooked shrimp, peeled, and deveined (thawed, if bought frozen) | ½ pound |
*To reduce sodium content by 600 mg per serving, make a jar of salt-free Creole seasoning by combining 3 teaspoons paprika, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon white pepper, and ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Directions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and sauté for 4-6 minutes, until onion is translucent.
- Reduce heat to medium, and stir in Cajun seasoning, crushed pepper, and tomatoes. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add shrimp, cover, and simmer for 4-6 minutes, until cooked through.
Exchanges
4.5 vegetables; 3 very lean meats; 1 fat
Side Suggestions: Brown Rice
Serve shrimp creole over hot cooked rice. (½ to 1 cup per serving)
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