Ingredients
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4 pounds fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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1 cup margarine, divided
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2 cups minced onion
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3 cups sliced celery
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3 cups diced green bell pepper
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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3 ½ cups water
Directions
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In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Blend well. Cover and place in the refrigerator.
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In a large pot over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup of margarine and add the onions. Saute the onions until they are translucent.
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Stir in the celery and bell pepper. Increase the heat to high and stir occasionally for 20 minutes. Add the remaining 1/2 cup of margarine and bring to a boil. Fold in the shrimp and reduce heat to medium cook for 10 minutes.
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Mix the cornstarch and water together and slowly pour it into the pot; just covering the top of the shrimp mixture. Cook on medium/high heat until the celery is soft; about 20 minutes. Add any additional salt, pepper and red pepper flakes to taste.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 369 | Calories |
| 21g | Fat |
| 9g | Carbs |
| 37g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 10 | |
| Calories 369 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 21g | 27% |
| Saturated Fat 3g | 16% |
| Cholesterol 287mg | 96% |
| Sodium 876mg | 38% |
| Total Carbohydrate 9g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g | 6% |
| Total Sugars 4g | |
| Protein 37g | 74% |
| Vitamin C 41mg | 46% |
| Calcium 133mg | 10% |
| Iron 4mg | 19% |
| Potassium 605mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
