Chef John's Shrimp Étouffée

Name: Chef John's Shrimp Étouffée
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 0.75 teaspoon paprika; 0.25 teaspoon ground thyme; 0.25 teaspoon dried oregano; 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder; 0.25 teaspoon onion powder; 0.25 teaspoon white pepper; 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1.75 cups chicken stock, or as needed; 3 tablespoons butter; 0.33333334326744 cup diced onion; 0.33333334326744 cup diced green bell pepper; 0.33333334326744 cup thinly sliced celery; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, or as needed; 0.5 cup diced tomatoes; 0.5 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 dash hot sauce, or more to taste; salt to taste; 0.25 cup sliced green onions; cayenne pepper for garnish; 2 cups cooked rice, or to taste

Instructions

Prep:35minCook:20min

Étouffée is a classic New Orleans shellfish stew thickened with a roux. Chef John's easy recipe uses frozen shrimp and a delicious homemade spice mix.

Updated at: Sat, 29 Nov 2025 00:14:27 GMT