Okra Stew with Shrimp

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"This is a delectable spicy creole concoction and is so easy to prepare." — CORWYNN DARKHOLME

Directions

Place shrimp in mixing bowl and squeeze lime juice on top, trying to coat shrimp evenly.
Heat butter in a stock pot and saute the green pepper with shallots or chives for 2 to 3 minutes. Mix in corn, okra, tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, bay leaf and chili pepper. Season with salt and pepper and simmer for 10 minutes.
Add the shrimp, return to a boil and simmer for another 5 minutes. Remove bay leaf and chili before serving.

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Dec 21, 2004

MMM! This was very good and unique! I made the following changes: canned corn, 2 cans of diced tomatoes, petite salad shrimp, and omitted bay leaf and chile pepper. I did add red pepper for the spice! This was very good! Thanks!

—amyhunter

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Apr 13, 2008

Disappointing. The vegetables were still cruncy - try cooking for 20 minutes before adding the shrimp. The flavors were a little uninteresting - probably could have used some garlic. I used canned corn, a large can of diced tomatoes, and more okra than the recipe called for, plus some red pepper flakes for some more heat.

—Alex

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Jul 09, 2003

I personally had the urge to add more onion and I just had to add garlic. I couldn't see adding the corn as I'm not very much of a corn lover. It's a great recipe.

—GEORGIEANNA COOKE

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Aug 26, 2003

Okra, shrimp and corn - what could be better! This definitely has to have garlic in it, at least at my house. I used stewed tomatoes with chilis instead of fresh and threw in a little white wine because I liked the idea. The only thing wrong with the instructions was the part about "chill before serving". It tasted too good to wait that long!

—KROL

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Sep 04, 2008

We love this recipe! I change a few things though. We add summer sausage and chicken instead of shrimp. I also dice up a jalapeno or two and toss in the mix. I use onions instead of shallots and add an extra red bell pepper. After cooking it all up we serve it over rice...very tasty!

—Bethel05

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Jun 08, 2008

as an old cajun living in south louisiana, this stuff is horrid.

—THEDAD

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Apr 12, 2004

Very tastey. I added red pepper flakes for some real heat, and some leftover chicken breast.

—motherof5

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Nov 10, 2003

Excellent! I used canned tomatoes and that saved a lot of time. Garlic is a must. Enjoy!

—RUNLOVE

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Nutrition

Calories
309 kcal
15%

Carbohydrates
23.1 g
7%

Cholesterol
173 mg
58%

Fat
13.3 g
20%

Fiber
4.6 g
18%

Protein
27.1 g
54%

Sodium
337 mg
13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Okra Stew with Shrimp

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 309
Calories from Fat: 119

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.3g 20 %
Saturated Fat 2.3g 12 %
Cholesterol 173mg 58 %
Sodium 337mg 13 %
Potassium 839mg 24 %
Total Carbohydrates 23.1g 7 %
Dietary Fiber 4.6g 18 %
Protein 27.1g 54 %
** Sugars 7.3g
Vitamin A 44 %
Vitamin C 169 %
Calcium 14 %
Iron 42 %
Thiamin 24 %
Niacin 84 %
Vitamin B6 34 %
Magnesium 32 %
Folate 38 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.