Shrimp Etouffee

9 ingredients
7 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 lb. fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 lb. oleo or 3 Tbsp. oil
  • 1 c. onions, chopped fine
  • 1/2 c. celery, chopped fine
  • 1/2 c. bell pepper, chopped fine
  • 4 cloves garlic, pressed
  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1 1/2 c. water
  • salt, black pepper and cayenne red pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1
    Split shrimp and season with salt, black pepper and cayenne. Set aside.
  2. 2
    Melt oleo or oil and add onion, celery, bell pepper and garlic.
  3. 3
    Cook slowly in uncovered heavy pot until onions are wilted.
  4. 4
    Add seasoned shrimp; let simmer, stirring occasionally for 20 minutes.
  5. 5
    Dissolve cornstarch in water and add to mixture. Cook 15 minutes.
  6. 6
    Stir occasionally.
  7. 7
    Serve over cooked rice. Serves 4.

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