Shrimp Etouffee(Easy Microwave Recipe)
Shrimp Etouffee is a flavorful Cajun-inspired dish featuring tender shrimp simmered in a rich, savory sauce with bell peppers, onions, garlic, and herbs. Perfect for seafood lovers, it offers a spicy, tangy taste that pairs beautifully with steamed white rice for a hearty, comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup margarine ⓘ
- 1/2 cup chopped onion ⓘ
- 1/2 cup chopped green onion ⓘ
- 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper ⓘ
- 4 cloves minced garlic ⓘ
- 1/2 cup diced celery ⓘ
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley ⓘ
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste ⓘ
- 1 can cream of chicken soup ⓘ
- 1 pound cleaned shrimp ⓘ
- salt to taste ⓘ
- 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce ⓘ
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper ⓘ
Instructions
- In a 2-quart microwave-safe dish, combine margarine, chopped onion, chopped green onion, chopped green bell pepper, minced garlic, and diced celery.
- Heat on High for 8 to 9 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Stir in chopped fresh parsley, tomato paste, cream of chicken soup, cleaned shrimp, salt, Tabasco sauce, and cayenne pepper.
- Heat on High for 5 minutes, then stir the mixture.
- Cook for another 5 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- Serve hot over white rice.
Tips & Substitutions
For a richer flavor, consider using butter instead of margarine. If you're out of fresh parsley, dried parsley can work in a pinch; just use about one tablespoon. You can also substitute the shrimp with chicken or even tofu for a different protein option. Adding a splash of lemon juice before serving can brighten the dish significantly.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the shrimp étouffée hot over a bed of fluffy white rice for a classic presentation. It pairs beautifully with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. For a complete meal, consider serving a light salad or steamed vegetables alongside. If you're in the mood for more chicken, browse more chicken recipes to complement this dish.
Storage & Reheating
Leftover shrimp étouffée can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until heated through. If it thickens too much, add a splash of water or broth to loosen it up before serving again.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Shrimp Etouffee(Easy Microwave Recipe) contains roughly 1178 calories, with 40g protein, 72g carbohydrates, and 93g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (233% of the Daily Value), iron (222% of the Daily Value), and dietary fiber (148% of the Daily Value), and a good source of vitamin A. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1695mg per serving (74% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of rice should I serve with shrimp étouffée?
Long-grain white rice is traditional and works well to absorb the flavors of the sauce. However, you can also use brown rice for a healthier option or jasmine rice for a fragrant twist.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).