A serving of Creole Shrimp and Sausage with Rice.

Creole Shrimp and Sausage with Rice

  • Servings
    6

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 ribs celery, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14-ounce) can low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes with chilies
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne or ground red pepper
  • 4 cups cooked long grain white rice
  • ½ pound andouille or smoked sausage, sliced
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 ounces cooked red beans, rinsed

Directions

  • Heat oil in saucepan; add celery, onion, bell pepper and garlic and cook over medium heat until tender. Once tender add chicken broth, tomatoes, tomato paste and spices; cook, stirring occasionally, 5 to 10 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened and flavors are blended.

  • Brown andouille in large skillet. Add shrimp, beans and Creole Tomato-Vegetable Sauce. Bring to a simmer over medium heat; cook 5 to 10 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and flavors are blended. Spoon mixture over rice, or toss with rice.

Nutrition Facts

  • Calories 433
  • Total Fat 16g
  • Cholesterol 142mg
  • Sodium 941mg
  • Carbohydrates 44g
  • Dietary Fiber 5g
  • Protein 28g