shrimp creole
Shrimp Creole is a vibrant, tomato-based stew featuring shrimp, bell peppers, celery, and onions, seasoned with Creole spices. It embodies the rich culinary fusion of French, Spanish, African, and Caribbean influences characteristic of Louisiana's Creole culture.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb
- 1 cup, diced
- 1 cup, diced
- 1 cup, diced
- 2 cups, crushed
- 2 cloves, minced
- 1 tsp
- 1 tsp dried
- 1 leaf
- to taste
- to taste
- 2 tbsp
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Cajun & Creole
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Last updated 4/1/2026
Shrimp Creole originated in New Orleans as a reflection of the diverse cultural melting pot of the region, combining ingredients and techniques from French colonial settlers, African slaves, and Caribbean immigrants.
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