Shrimp Etouffee

Name: Shrimp Etouffee
Ingredients: 2 lb. fresh shrimp; 1/4 lb. margarine; 1 c. finely chopped onion; 1/2 c. finely chopped celery; 1/2 c. green pepper, chopped fine; 4 cloves garlic, chopped fine; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch; seasoning to taste

8 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

2 lb. fresh shrimp
1/4 lb. margarine
1 c. finely chopped onion
1/2 c. finely chopped celery
1/2 c. green pepper, chopped fine
4 cloves garlic, chopped fine
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
seasoning to taste

Directions

1

Split shrimp and season with salt, pepper and cayenne (be careful with the cayenne!); set aside.
2

Melt margarine and add onion, celery, green pepper and garlic.
3

Cook slowly until onion is wilted.
4

Add shrimp and let simmer for 20 minutes.
5

Dissolve cornstarch in water and add mixture.
6

Cook another 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7

Serve over cooked rice.