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Southern Soul Shrimp & Sausage Creole Stew Recipe

Southern Soul Shrimp & Sausage Creole Stew

There's nothing quite like the warm embrace of a hearty stew to bring back memories of family gatherings and cozy nights in. This Southern Soul Shrimp & Sausage Creole Stew is not only a delicious dish but also a quick and easy recipe that will have you feeling like a kitchen pro in no time.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Creole, Southern
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Southern Soul Shrimp & Sausage Creole Stew
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 lb smoked sausage
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups diced tomatoes canned or fresh
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce optional
  • 2 tsp Creole seasoning
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 cup okra optional
  • 2 green onions for garnish chopped
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Add the sliced smoked sausage to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Step 3: Stir in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce (if using), Creole seasoning, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Step 4: Reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer for 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
  5. Step 5: If using okra, add it to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Finally, stir in the shrimp and cook until they are pink and cooked through, about 3-5 minutes.
  7. Step 7: Serve the stew hot, garnished with chopped green onions and fresh parsley for a lovely touch.

Notes

Leftovers? No problem! Store your stew in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months.