Savory Shrimp Creole Delight
Dive into the rich, flavorful world of Creole cuisine with this Savory Shrimp Creole Delight recipe. Bursting with fresh ingredients, including succulent shrimp and vibrant vegetables, this dish harmonizes the warmth of spices with the sweetness of vine-ripened tomatoes. Perfect for sharing with family or friends, this easy-to-make recipe combines the hearty goodness of sausage with the zest of poblano chiles, all simmered in a delightful broth. Enjoy a taste of Louisiana right at your dinner table!
4
Servings
150
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
large shrimp
1 lb (peeled but tails intact, shells reserved)
water
1 cup (for shrimp broth)
kosher salt
1 1/4 teaspoons
vine-ripened tomatoes
1 3/4 lbs (chopped (about 5 or 6 to yield 2 cups))
pork sausage
6 ounces (casings removed (hot and spicy))
onion
1 large (chopped (about 1 1/2 cups))
garlic cloves
3 medium (minced)
poblano chile
1 large (stemmed, seeded, and minced (about 1 cup))
fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon
smoked Spanish paprika
1/2 teaspoon
crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon
red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon
Instructions
1
Start by heating a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the reserved shrimp shells and pour in 1 cup of water along with 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt. Let this simmer until the liquid is reduced by half, which should take about 5 to 6 minutes.
2
While the broth cooks, chop up your vine-ripened tomatoes and place them in a large bowl. After the broth has reduced, strain it into the bowl with the tomatoes, discarding the shells.
3
In a Dutch oven, cook the pork sausage over medium-high heat until it's browned and has released some fat, about 6 minutes. Use a wooden spoon to break the sausage into smaller pieces as it cooks.
4
Add the onion, minced garlic, minced poblano chile, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, fresh ground black pepper, smoked paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes to the sausage. Stir well to combine and continue cooking until the onion is soft, approximately 6 minutes.
5
Next, add the chopped tomatoes along with the strained shrimp broth to the pot. Increase the heat to high and cook until the tomatoes have broken down, around 6 minutes more.
6
Remove the pot from heat and gently stir in the shrimp and red wine vinegar. Cover the pot and let it sit for about 3 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through and tender.
Nutrition Information
7.5g
Fat
7.5g
Carbs
12g
Protein
1.5g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Shrimp Creole Delight?
Savory Shrimp Creole Delight is a rich and flavorful dish inspired by Louisiana cuisine, combining shrimp, spicy sausage, and fresh vegetables in a tomato-based broth.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields 4 servings.
What are the primary ingredients in this dish?
The main ingredients include large shrimp, pork sausage, vine-ripened tomatoes, onion, garlic, and poblano chile.
How do I prepare the shrimp for this recipe?
The shrimp should be peeled with the tails left intact. Crucially, you should reserve the shells to make a flavorful broth.
How is the shrimp broth made?
The broth is made by simmering reserved shrimp shells in 1 cup of water with a 1/4 teaspoon of salt until the liquid is reduced by half.
What type of sausage is recommended?
The recipe calls for 6 ounces of hot and spicy pork sausage with the casings removed.
What kind of tomatoes are best for this Creole delight?
Vine-ripened tomatoes are recommended. You will need about 1 3/4 lbs, which is roughly 5 or 6 tomatoes.
How long does it take to reduce the shrimp broth?
Reducing the broth takes approximately 5 to 6 minutes over medium heat.
How do I cook the pork sausage?
Cook the sausage in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat for about 6 minutes, breaking it into smaller pieces as it browns.
What aromatics and vegetables are added to the sausage?
A chopped onion, minced garlic, and a minced poblano chile are added to the browned sausage.
What spices are used to season the dish?
The seasoning includes kosher salt, fresh ground black pepper, smoked Spanish paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes.
How is the poblano chile prepared?
The poblano chile should be stemmed, seeded, and minced, yielding about 1 cup.
When do I add the tomatoes to the pot?
The chopped tomatoes and the strained shrimp broth are added after the onion and peppers have softened.
How long should the tomatoes cook?
Cook the tomatoes on high heat for about 6 minutes until they have broken down.
When is the shrimp added to the recipe?
The shrimp are added at the very end after the pot has been removed from the heat.
Why is red wine vinegar used?
A tablespoon of red wine vinegar is stirred in at the end to add a touch of acidity and zest to the sauce.
How do I ensure the shrimp are cooked through?
Cover the pot after adding the shrimp and let it sit off the heat for about 3 minutes until they are pink and tender.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 150 calories.
What is the protein content of this dish?
One serving provides about 12g of protein.
How much fat is in a serving?
There are 7.5g of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content?
There are 7.5g of carbohydrates in each serving.
Does this dish contain fiber?
Yes, it contains approximately 1.5g of fiber per serving.
Is this a spicy recipe?
Yes, it is considered spicy due to the hot pork sausage, poblano chile, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Can this be considered a quick meal?
Yes, with a total cooking time of around 30 minutes, it is categorized as a quick meal.
What category of cuisine does this fall under?
It falls under Creole and Seafood categories.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe suitable for home cooks.
Should I strain the shrimp broth?
Yes, strain the broth into the bowl with the tomatoes and discard the shells before cooking.
What equipment is needed?
You will need a small saucepan for the broth and a Dutch oven for the main cooking process.
Can I serve this with pasta?
While not in the main instructions, the recipe is tagged with 'pasta', suggesting it pairs very well with your favorite noodles.
Is Savory Shrimp Creole Delight considered comfort food?
Yes, its hearty ingredients and warm spices make it a perfect comfort food dish.