Shrimp Creole

2 servings shrimp (fresh or thawed)
2 tbsp flour
2-3 tbsp butter or oil
1/2 med onion diced
2-3 tbsp bellpepper diced
2-3 tbsp celery chopped
1/2 cup okra sliced
clove garlic
1 can diced tomatos
salt pepper creole seasoning
rice

Brown onion, pepper and celery in oil over med heat. Add flour. Brown. Add tomatos, okra, shelled shrimp, garlic ( Tip: fresh garlic should not be fried very much or it gets bitter) and seasonings. Lower heat to simmer and cook until okra and shrimp are done. Add water (or chicken bullion) if it gets too thick. Serve over rice.

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