Shrimp Étouffée with Baklouti Green Chili Roux - Viva Oliva

Ingredients

• ½ cup Baklouti Green Chili Fused Olive Oil (or a Ultra Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil if you aren't into spicy)
• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups onion, chopped
• 4 cups chicken, shrimp, or vegetable stock
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 ribs celery, chopped
• 4 large garlic cloves, minced
• 3 Tbs. tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 bunch of green onions, sliced