Audrys Shrimp Stew Recipes

EMERIL'S SHRIMP STEW

Steps:

• Peel the shrimp and reserve the shells and heads.
• Refrigerate the shrimp and put the shells and heads in a large saucepan. Add the water, quartered onion, bay leaves, and 1 tablespoon of the salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes.
• Remove from the heat and strain through a fine-mesh strainer.
• Discard the peelings and set aside the shrimp stock.
• Combine the oil and flour in a large cast-iron pot or enameled cast-iron Dutch oven over medium heat.
• Stirring slowly and constantly, make a roux the color of peanut butter, 15 to 20 minutes.
• Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery and cook, stirring, until soft, 6 to 8 minutes. Add the shrimp stock and whisk to blend with the roux. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, for 1 1/2 hours.
• Add the shrimp, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the cayenne and cook for 20 minutes.
• Remove from the heat and stir in the parsley.
• Ladle into individual soup bowls, garnish with the chopped eggs, and serve hot.
• Note: The stew can also be served over white rice.

AUDRY'S SHRIMP STEW

Steps:

• Make the Roux: In a heavy bottomed sauce pan, over medium heat, heat oil until hot but not smoking. Add flour all at once and stir constantly until the roux is golden brown. (Note: do not cook the roux too fast. If black flecks appear, the roux is burned and you must discard and start over. It may take 45 minutes to 1 hour to make the roux. The end result is worth the time.)
• Add the onion to the roux and cook, stirring constantly, until onion is soft and light brown.
• Lower heat to simmer and add the shrimp and cook for about 10 minutes. Slowly stir in the water. Raise heat to medium and continue cooking until the stew reaches a boil. Stir in the green bell pepper, celery, parsley, salt and pepper.
• Turn heat down to a simmer and cook for about 30 to 40 minutes to blend flavors. Taste and adjust seasonings.

SHRIMP STEW

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil for 5 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato sauce, dill, mustard, honey and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Add the shrimp, cheese and parsley; simmer 5 minutes longer.