Langostinos Recipe

step 1

• STEP 1. in a dutch oven or large heavy bottomed pot, melt butter over medium - medium high heat (or add oil). Add flour and whisk to combine. (this is a roux).

step 2

• STEP 1.continue cooking the roux for 10-12 minutes, whisking frequently, until it is a light brown (peanut butter) color.

step 3

• STEP 1.lower heat to medium and add garlic, onion, celery, pepper, bay leaves and thyme. Cook, stirring frequently for 10 - 12 minutes, until vegetables have started to soften.

step 4

• STEP 1. add stock, tomatoes, wine (if using), salt, pepper, cayenne and red pepper flakes. Cook for an additional 15 - 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

step 5

• STEP 1.add langostinos, lemon juice, scallions and parsley. Stir to combine, let it simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat and serve over white rice.

step 6

• STEP 1.If making shrimp stock

step 7

• STEP 1. heat olive oil in a large pot, add shrimp shells and sauté for 5 minutes. Add everything except water and give it a stir. Let it cook for another 4 - 5 minutes, then cover with the water and let it simmer for 30 minutes. Remove from heat, strain and cool