Easy Shrimp Creole

This Easy Shrimp Creole is a comforting Southern classic packed with bold Cajun flavor, tender shrimp, and a rich tomato-based sauce that tastes like it simmered all day. Perfect for busy families and weeknight dinners, this recipe comes together quickly while still delivering restaurant-quality flavor right at home. Serve it over fluffy rice for a satisfying meal everyone will love.

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Easy Shrimp Creole

Why You'll Love This Easy Shrimp Creole Recipe

• Packed with bold Cajun flavor without complicated ingredients

• Comfort food that still feels fresh and light

• High in protein thanks to the shrimp

• Easy one-pot recipe with minimal cleanup

• Perfect for meal prep and reheats beautifully

• Family-friendly and easy to adjust for spice levels

• Made with affordable pantry staples

• Great for feeding a crowd without spending hours cooking

• Delicious served over rice for a complete meal

Cooking Tips & Tricks

• Do not overcook the shrimp — they only need 1-2 minutes per side

• Sauté the onions and celery until very soft for deeper flavor

• Use large shrimp for the juiciest texture and best presentation

• Let the sauce simmer uncovered so it thickens properly

• Taste the sauce before adding extra Cajun seasoning since blends vary in saltiness

  
  

Easy Shrimp Creole Recipe

Prep: 15 mins. | Cook: 25 mins. | Servings:  6-8

Ingredients:

• 2 T. butter                                                       

• 2 T. canola oil                                                

• 1 c. onions, chopped                                      

• ¼ c. celery, chopped

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 T. Cajon seasoning  

• ¼ tsp. red pepper                               

• 1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce

• 1 c. water                                                       

• 1 T. Worcestershire sauce

• 2 lbs. large shrimp                                         

• hot sauce, optional

• Salt/pepper to taste                                                    

• 3 T. fresh parsley, chopped

• Cooked rice, for serving

Let's Get Started!

1. Cook rice according to package instructions.

2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine canola oil and butter over a medium heat until melted.

3. Add in the onions and celery, cook until they are soft, about 10 mins.

4. Stir in minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, add in the tomato sauce, water and Worcestershire sauce.

5. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 8 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.

6. Add in the shrimp, cook for 1-2 minutes until they are opaque.  Flip shrimp halfway through to ensure even cooking.

7. Taste and add hot sauce, salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with parsley.

8. Serve the creole over fluffy cooked rice.

Chef Tips:

Adjust the level of Cajun seasoning and hot sauce to your heat preference. Start with less and gradually increase.