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Velvety Shrimp Etouffee: 15-Min Easy Cajun Recipe

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A quick and easy Cajun shrimp etouffee featuring a rich, velvety roux-based sauce with fresh vegetables and plump shrimp, ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
  • 2 stalks celery, finely diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup Cajun or Creole seasoning blend
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken stock, warmed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 bunch green onions, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Hot sauce, optional

Instructions

  1. Finely dice the yellow onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Mince the garlic cloves and set aside.
  2. In a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Sprinkle in the flour and whisk constantly for 2-3 minutes until the roux is the color of peanut butter (blonde).
  3. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery to the roux. Stir to coat and cook for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are soft and translucent.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and Cajun seasoning. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Slowly pour in the warm chicken stock while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5-10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for 2 minutes. Add the shrimp and cook for 3-5 minutes until pink and opaque.
  7. Remove from heat. Stir in green onions and parsley. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or hot sauce as needed. Serve immediately over steamed white rice.

Notes

Do not rush the roux; ensure it reaches a blonde color without burning. Do not overcook the shrimp, or they will become rubbery. For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk. To make gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

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Keywords: shrimp etouffee, cajun recipe, quick dinner, comfort food, seafood, roux, new orleans cooking

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