Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of New Orleans with this authentic gumbo recipe that brings the essence of Creole cooking to your table. A perfect choice for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this gumbo is a delightful mix of chicken sausage, succulent shrimp, and an array of fresh vegetables simmered in a rich, flavorful broth. With its thick roux and spices, this dish promises to create lasting memories and satisfy even the hungriest of appetites. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or trying your hand at gumbo for the first time, our easy-to-follow instructions will guide you every step of the way. Enjoy serving it over fluffy basmati rice for a comforting meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
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- 12 ounces sliced chicken sausage
- 1 pound peeled and deveined raw shrimp
- ½ cup butter
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion
- 1 chopped green bell pepper
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 3 cloves garlic
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (salt-free)
- Salt to taste
- 12 ounces fresh or frozen sliced okra
- Cooked basmati rice for serving
Instructions
- To make the roux, melt butter in a large deep pot over medium-low heat. Gradually whisk in flour until smooth and cook for about 30–40 minutes until dark brown.
- Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery to the roux. Sauté for about 6–8 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Mix in chicken broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, bay leaves, Cajun seasoning, and salt. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and let simmer uncovered for about 45 minutes.
- Add sliced okra to the pot and simmer for another 10 minutes. While it simmers, heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the chicken sausage.
- Incorporate browned sausage and shrimp into the gumbo, allowing everything to simmer together for another 4–5 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Serve hot over basmati rice and garnish with sliced scallions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 120mg