Easy Creole Okra and Shrimp Recipe
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Easy Creole Okra and Shrimp

By: jrchef 
"This recipe is quick easy and delicious. Spoon over white rice and enjoy."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (25)

What to Drink?

Wine Riesling
Beer Beer
Prep Time:
20 Min
Cook Time:
55 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
  • 3 cooked andouille sausage, cut into quarters
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen cut okra, thawed
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, or to taste
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 pounds peeled and deveined medium shrimp (30-40 per pound)

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the bell pepper and onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes, then add the okra, sausage, Cajun seasoning, and salt. Cover and cook for 30 minutes. Stir in the shrimp and cook until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, 8 to 12 minutes.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 205 | Total Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 175mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 26, 2010 by CLai   view full review
This was great and so easy! I added some celery and garlic and used polish sausage instead of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 19, 2010 by Jeff   view full review
Many Cajun "stews" also use chopped celery and minced garlic, which I added to this. Because I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on May 3, 2010 by Amy F.   view full review
I made this not so easy on myself as I bought shrimp that I felt like I had to spend forever...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 10, 2010 by MOE15OFHP   view full review
Great recipe! I simplify the recipe withtout using the meat, onions, and bell pepper. It is a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 23, 2009 by Jeandylirious   view full review
delish!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 9, 2009 by nren   view full review
Made this Saturday~~for a group of friends watching Alabama vs. Florida football~~it was...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on May 13, 2010 by jaydarl Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Very good. however make sure that the Cajun seasoning is salt-free if you want to follow this...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2010 by LETTR6   view full review
I have made this twice with great results both times. It tastes MUCH better the next day! ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 25, 2009 by maccordeiro Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I followed the recipe except instead of plain andouille sausage I picked up Cajun style....
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 23, 2011 by Zizi   view full review
Very easy to follow recipe. Followed it, except for adding regular salt because the Cajun...

 

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