Authentic Spicy Shrimp Creole

Ingredients

• 3 lbs shrimp, peeled
• 3 small bell peppers, diced
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 bunch green onion, chopped
• 2-3 garlic cloves, chopped fine
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil (or canola)
• 4 tablespoons flour
• 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (Tabasco)
• 4-5 cups boiling water
• salt and pepper
• cajun seasoning (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Over medium heat make a roux with the vegetable oil and flour.

2. 2

   Stir continuously until the roux is the color of a paper bag.

3. 3

   Add bell pepper, garlic, green onions and Tabasco.

4. 4

   Keep cooking until the veggies get soft.

5. 5

   Add the tomato paste and the water, making sure to mix well.

6. 6

   Add shrimp; cover and simmer for about 15 minutes over low heat, making sure to stir every once and a while.

7. 7

   Uncover and cook until desired consistency.

8. 8

   Add salt and pepper to taste and Cajun seasoning if desired.

9. 9

   Serve over hot white rice with french bread on the side to soak up the juices.