Shrimp Creole (Pantry Style)

Shrimp Creole Pantry Style is a bold, vibrant dish that brings the spirit of Southern comfort straight from your pantry. Juicy, rehydrated shrimp simmer in a rich tomato base infused with sweet bell peppers, zesty onion, and classic Cajun spices. Every bite bursts with warmth and savory depth, making it the perfect weeknight meal that feels like a weekend indulgence. Served over a bed of fluffy rice, this easy-to-make Creole classic turns shelf-stable ingredients into a soul-satisfying dinner the whole family will love.

Serves: 2-3
Time: 25 min

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup freeze-dried shrimp
  • 1/3 cup freeze-dried onion
  • 1/4 cup freeze-dried celery
  • 1/3 cup freeze-dried bell pepper
  • 2 cloves freeze-dried garlic
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth (or bouillon + water)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • Cooked rice (white or brown)

Instructions:

  1. Rehydrate shrimp and vegetables in warm water.
  2. In a saucepan, heat oil and sauté rehydrated veggies and garlic until fragrant.
  3. Stir in tomato paste, diced tomatoes, seasoning, and broth. Simmer 10 minutes.
  4. Add shrimp and cook 5 more minutes.
  5. Serve over rice.

Freeze Dried Ingredients Used:

Note: Shrimp is available while supplies last. https://frompantrytotable.thrivelife.com/clearance-shrimp-10-can.html

Link to order freeze dried chopped onions: https://frompantrytotable.thrivelife.com/freeze-dried-chopped-onions-694.html

Link to order freeze dried red bell peppers: https://frompantrytotable.thrivelife.com/red-bell-peppers-freeze-dried.html

Link to order freeze dried Tomato Dices: https://frompantrytotable.thrivelife.com/tomato-dices-freeze-dried.html

https://frompantrytotable.thrivelife.com/tomato-powder-hardened.html

https://frompantrytotable.thrivelife.com/instant-white-rice-668.html

Or Brown Rice:

https://frompantrytotable.thrivelife.com/instant-brown-rice-2660.html

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Hello! My name is Karen and I am a super creative foodie and home chef who delights in making something from nothing! A true believer in a well stocked pantry to help families navigate through tough times. Let’s get creative with what we have and take the pantry stash from meh to marvelous!