Shrimp or Crawfish Etoufee

Step 1

In a saucepan over medium heat melt butter and add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, green onion, celery, jalapeno, parsley and cilantro. Sauté until onions and peppers are tender.

Step 2

Add diced tomatoes and stir until heated. Add cream of mushroom soup, cream of celery soup, tomato paste and 2 cups water, continue to stir until heated again.

Step 3

Add shrimp or crawfish tails and bring back to a soft boil then reduce heat to simmer, stir in cayenne pepper, Cajun or Creole seasoning, paprika, old bay seasoning and black pepper. Simmer for 30 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, making sure not to scorch.