Serves 6-8
Ingredients
- (2) pounds shrimp in the shell
- (2) tablespoons corn, peanut or vegetable oil
- (2) tablespoons flour
- (1) cup finely chopped onion
- (1) cup finely chopped green onions or scallions
- (1) cup finely chopped green pepper
- (1) cup finely chopped celery
- (1) tablespoon finely minced garlic
- (1) cup cooked ham cut into 1/2 inch cubes
- (2) cups crushed tomatoes
- (1/2) teaspoon dried thyme
- (1) teaspoon dried crushed oregano
- (1) cup uncooked long-grain rice, optional or serve the dish with Creole rice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- (5) cups shrimp broth
- (1/2) cup finely chopped green onion or scallions optional for garnish
Directions
Peel and devein the shrimp. The shells may be used to make a broth.
Heat the oil in a kettle or large saucepan with a heavy bottom over medium heat.
Add the flour, and cook, stirring constantly, until lightly browned.
Add the onion, green pepper, celery and garlic.
Cook, stirring, until wilted.
Add ham and stir.
Add the tomatoes, thyme and oregano, and bring to a boil. Stir in the uncooked rice, if desired.
Add salt, pepper and shrimp broth.
Reduce heat to medium low, and simmer, uncovered, about 25 minutes; add the shrimp and stir. Cook about 10 minutes longer or until it has thickened, but is still slightly soupy.
Serve in bowls with chopped green onions on the side as an optional garnish.