Shrimp Stew

Name: Shrimp Stew
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 medium bell pepper, chopped; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 2 pods garlic, chopped; 1/4 c. flour; 1/4 c. oil; 1 lb. peeled shrimp; 1/4 c. margarine; salt; black pepper; red pepper; 2 c. cooked rice

12 ingredients

9 steps

Ingredients

1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium bell pepper, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 pods garlic, chopped
1/4 c. flour
1/4 c. oil
1 lb. peeled shrimp
1/4 c. margarine
salt
black pepper
red pepper
2 c. cooked rice

Directions

1

Saute onion, pepper, celery and garlic in margarine until clear; drain and set aside.
2

In iron Dutch oven, combine flour and oil.
3

Cook on medium heat, stirring constantly, until light brown (darker for darker gravy).
4

Add shrimp to roux; cook until pink. Add sauteed vegetables; cook and stir together for about 1/2 minute.
5

Add 1 quart water, stirring constantly.
6

When smooth, add salt, black pepper and red pepper to taste.
7

Simmer on low for about 20 minutes.
8

Add water if too thick.
9

Serve over rice.