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Mardi Gras Shrimp Étouffée

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🦐🎭 Festive Fat Tuesday delight—succulent shrimp in silky roux with trinity veggies and homemade spice blend for true New Orleans étouffée euphoria.
🍚 Bold, aromatic Cajun stew high in protein, simple one-skillet tradition ideal for Mardi Gras parties or flavorful family meals.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

– 3/4 teaspoon paprika

– 1/4 teaspoon ground thyme

– 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

– 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

– 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

– 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

– 2 pounds fresh shrimp with shells

– 3 cups water

– 1/2 teaspoon salt

– 4 tablespoons oil

– 1/2 cup diced onion

– 1/2 cup diced green pepper

– 1/2 cup diced celery

– 1 garlic clove, minced

– 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

– 3/4 cup diced tomatoes

– 1 3/4 cups shrimp stock

– 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

– 2 dashes hot sauce

– Salt to taste

– 1/4 cup sliced green onion

– 2 cups cooked rice

Notes

🦐 Simmer shells for rich stock—elevates authentic depth.
🔥 Low-medium heat for roux prevents bitterness.
🌶️ Adjust spice blend for mild or fiery preference.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stewing
  • Cuisine: Cajun
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup etouffee over 1/2 cup rice
  • Calories: 420 kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 980mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 295mg