Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Louisiana Seafood Gumbo, a hearty stew that beautifully combines tender shrimp, succulent crab meat, and savory chicken sausage. This dish is not only a feast for the eyes with its vibrant colors but also a warm embrace for your taste buds. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, this gumbo captures the essence of Creole cooking with its rich roux and aromatic spices. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this easy-to-follow recipe allows you to create a comforting meal that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 lb chicken sausage, sliced
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb crab meat
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken or seafood stock
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (optional)
- 1 cup sliced okra (or filé powder)
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Hot sauce to taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, combine flour and vegetable oil for the roux. Stir continuously for 20–30 minutes until dark brown.
- Add green bell pepper, celery, onion, and garlic; cook until softened.
- Stir in sliced chicken sausage along with bay leaves and thyme; cook until slightly browned.
- Pour in stock and optional diced tomatoes; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for about 45 minutes.
- If using okra, add it now; otherwise, reserve filé powder for later.
- Stir in shrimp and crab meat; cook until shrimp is pink and opaque (about 5–7 minutes).
- Adjust seasoning with Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce as desired before serving over white rice.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 90mg