Jul 14 2026
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Lake Calcasieu Verde Recipe

Inspired by Brennan's Houston
Time30m
Serves4

Gulf Shrimp, Tomato Salsa, Tomatillos, Onions, Creole Peppers, Avocado, Jalapeño, Cajun Corn Chips (Make it Shrimp & Crabmeat, additional $1)

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Tomato Salsa

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Shrimp

    Peel and devein the Gulf shrimp. Rinse under cold water and set aside.

  2. 2

    Make the Tomato Salsa

    Dice the tomatoes, onion, and Creole peppers. Chop the cilantro. In a bowl, mix the diced tomatoes, onion, peppers, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Tomatillos

    Remove the husks from the tomatillos and rinse them. Cut them into quarters.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Dice the avocado and jalapeño, and set aside.

Cooking

  1. 5

    Cook the Shrimp

    In a skillet over medium heat, add a little oil and cook the shrimp for about 3-4 minutes or until they are pink and opaque.

  2. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, tomatillos, tomato salsa, diced avocado, and jalapeño. Toss gently to combine.

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