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Smothered Okra with Shrimp

A deeply flavorful Southern Creole dish made with tender okra, juicy shrimp, tomatoes, and aromatics slowly cooked into a comforting smothered stew.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Stew
Cuisine: Creole, Southern
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb fresh okra sliced
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 14 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup chicken broth or seafood stock
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp Creole seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp thyme
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large pot or skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and a pinch of paprika. Set aside.
  2. Sauté onion, bell pepper, and celery in olive oil. Add garlic and cook briefly.
  3. Add sliced okra and cook 8–10 minutes, stirring frequently.
  4. Stir in tomatoes, paprika, Creole seasoning, thyme, black pepper, and salt.
  5. Pour in broth and simmer 20–25 minutes until okra is tender.
  6. Add shrimp and cook 3–5 minutes until pink.
  7. Stir in parsley, adjust seasonings, and serve hot.

Notes

For deeper flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire or hot sauce before serving.