Shrimp Etouffee
- September 09, 2020
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Makes 6 servings
- 1 stick (1/4 pound) butter
- 2 cups chopped onions
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
- 3 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup water
- Salt and cayenne to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
Melt the butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the onions, bell peppers, celery and garlic and cook, stirring, for about five minutes, or until vegetables are soft.
Add the shrimp. Cook, stirring often, for about five to 10 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Add the water and simmer, stirring, occasionally, for about 5 minutes to make a gravy. Add the salt, cayenne, parsley and green onions. Cook for two minutes. Serve over rice.