Description
Louisiana Seafood Gumbo is a soul-warming dish that captures the essence of Creole cuisine. This hearty stew features a delightful medley of succulent shrimp, tender crab meat, spicy andouille sausage, and a flavorful blend of vegetables simmered in a rich, savory broth. Perfect for family gatherings or festive occasions, this gumbo is not only comforting but also easy to customize, making it an ideal choice for any palate. The complex flavors will leave your guests impressed and eager for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 lb andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb crab meat (lump or claw)
- 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 diced tomatoes (optional)
- 1 cup sliced okra (or 1 tbsp filé powder)
- Seasonings: bay leaves, thyme, Cajun seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce
Instructions
- Make the roux: In a large pot over medium heat, combine flour and oil. Stir continuously for 20–30 minutes until deep brown.
- Sauté vegetables: Add bell pepper, celery, onion, and garlic. Cook until soft.
- Brown sausage: Stir in sausage with bay leaves and seasonings; cook until browned.
- Add stock: Pour in stock and tomatoes; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for about 45 minutes.
- Incorporate okra: Add okra and simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Add seafood: Stir in shrimp and crab; cook until shrimp is pink (about 5–7 minutes).
- Final touches: Mix in Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce to taste; adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg