Description
A comforting and flavorful Seafood Gumbo that combines the best of the sea with a hearty homestyle stew, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (or to taste)
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb crab meat
- 1 lb andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- Make the Roux: Start by pouring your vegetable oil into a large pot over medium heat. Gradually whisk in the flour, stirring continuously to form a roux. Cook this mixture for around 15-20 minutes until it’s a rich brown colour.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Once your roux is ready, add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery. Sauté this mixture until the vegetables have softened, which should take about 5 minutes.
- Add the Aromatics: Stir in the garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine the Liquids and Season: Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Add the Cajun seasoning, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring this mixture to a simmer, allowing it to bubble away for about 20 minutes.
- Introduce the Seafood: Finally, add the shrimp, crab meat, and sausage to the pot. Let it cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove the bay leaf, and taste for seasoning adjustments. Spoon the gumbo over a bowl of rice, garnishing with fresh parsley. Enjoy every delectable bite!
Notes
If your gumbo appears too thick, don’t hesitate to add a bit more broth. Gumbo tastes even better the next day, so feel free to prepare it in advance. Substitute chicken or omit seafood for a variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: seafood, gumbo, comfort food, stew, Cajun, shrimp, crab, andouille sausage