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🍴 Gluten-Free Cajun Shrimp & Creole Rice Bowl – Aromatic Southern Symphony

Discover this gluten-free Cajun Shrimp & Creole Rice Bowl recipe, a mouthwatering and flavorful seafood dish with a rich aroma that'll transport you to the heart of Southern cuisine.

Time: Prep - 15 mins; Cook - 20 mins; Total - 35 mins
Servings: 🍽️ 4 servings
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Cajun, American, Gluten-Free

Allergens

Shellfish

Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 2 cups cooked long
  • grain rice
  • 1 cup creole sauce
  • 1 cup sautéed bell peppers & onions
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 🍳
  2. Season shrimp with salt and Cajun spice blend.
  3. Sauté shrimp in butter until pink and cooked through.
  4. Combine cooked rice, creole sauce, sautéed peppers & onions, green onions, and cilantro leaves in a bowl.
  5. Top with cooked shrimp and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The blend of spices in the Cajun seasoning adds depth to the dish, while the creole sauce ties everything together.

Notes

📝 To make the Cajun spice blend, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, dried oregano, ground black pepper, and salt.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe is inspired by the rich culinary traditions of Louisiana's Creole and Cajun cuisines, which rely heavily on seafood and rice dishes.