Shrimp Creole

Step 1

Peel shrimp and reserves shells.

Step 2

Toss peeled shrimp with one teaspoon of Cajun seasoning and place in refrigerator.

Step 3

Place shrimp shells in a small saucepan and cover with one quart of water and stir in kosher salt.Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 4

Heat bacon grease in a large skillet. Add onion, celery and bell pepper and cook on medium heat until vegetables are soft and volume has reduced by half, stirring as needed.

Step 5

Strain shrimp shells from liquid and add liquid to softened vegetables.

Step 6

Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce and chili powder. Simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until most of the liquid evaporates.

Step 7

Add seasoned shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the shrimp turns pink.

Step 8

Taste for seasoning before serving and adjust as needed.

Step 9

Serve over rice. Garnish with celery leaves.