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Chef John’s Shrimp Étouffée: Indulge in Bold Flavor Bliss

Chef John's Shrimp Étouffée
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Experience the rich and comforting taste of Chef John’s Shrimp Étouffée, a classic Louisiana dish filled with spices and flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery, sautéing until soft.
  2. Stir in the flour to create a roux, cooking until it turns a golden brown.
  3. Add the garlic and stir for 1 minute.
  4. Slowly pour in the chicken broth, stirring continuously until thickened.
  5. Add the shrimp, Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper; cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  6. Serve over white rice and garnish with green onions.

Notes

  • For a spicier flavor, add more cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
  • Make sure to stir the roux constantly to prevent burning.

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Keywords: Chef John's Shrimp Étouffée, seafood, Cajun cuisine, shrimp recipe

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