Authentic Creole Shrimp and Rice Recipe | Easy & Flavorful

Creole Shrimp and Rice

Prep and Cook Time 20 minutes

YIELD Makes 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup uncooked white rice 1 can (about 14 ounces) diced tomatoes with garlic 1‑1/2 cups water 1 teaspoon Creole or Cajun seasoning blend 1 pound peeled cooked medium shrimp 1 package (10 ounces) frozen okra or 1-1/2 cups frozen sugar snap peas, thawed

PREPARATION:

1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add rice; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until lightly browned.
2. Add tomatoes, water and Creole seasoning; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 minutes.
3. Add shrimp and okra. Cover and cook 3 minutes or until heated through.

Note Okra are oblong green pods. When cooked, it gives off a viscous substance that acts as a good thickener. This recipe appears in: Southern NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION: Serving Size: 1-3/4 cups Fiber 3 g Carbohydrate 51 g Cholesterol 221 mg Saturated Fat 1 g Total Fat 8 g Calories from Fat 19 % Calories 406 Protein 30 g Sodium 831 mg DIETARY EXCHANGE: Vegetable 1 Starch 3 Meat 3