Description
Louisiana Seafood Gumbo is a rich, flavorful stew that encapsulates the essence of Creole cooking. This hearty dish features an enticing blend of shrimp, crab, and andouille sausage simmered in a savory roux-based broth. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights, it delivers warmth and satisfaction in every spoonful. With its customizable ingredients and bold spices, this gumbo can easily cater to your taste preferences, making it a versatile choice for any occasion. Serve it over fluffy white rice for a complete meal that will impress family and friends alike.
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
- 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 1 tbsp filé powder)
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Hot sauce to taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Cooked white rice, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the roux: In a large pot, mix flour and oil over medium heat. Stir constantly for 20–30 minutes until deep brown.
- Sauté vegetables: Add bell pepper, celery, onion, and garlic to the roux. Cook until softened.
- Add sausage and seasonings: Mix in the sliced sausage along with bay leaves and Cajun seasoning; cook until browned.
- Incorporate stock: Pour in the stock and optional tomatoes; bring to a boil then lower to simmer for about 45 minutes.
- Add okra (if using): Stir in fresh okra or filé powder; simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Mix in seafood: Add shrimp and crab; cook until shrimp is pink (about 5–7 minutes).
- Final touches: Stir in Worcestershire sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving over cooked rice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 110mg