Gumbo
Experience the warmth and comfort of this delightful Gumbo recipe, a perfect dish for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This hearty stew combines robust flavors with tender shrimp and savory sausage, offering a meal that truly feels like home. With its easy preparation and ability to be customized to your liking, this Gumbo is sure to impress everyone at your table. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or enjoying a cozy night in, this dish brings loved ones together in every comforting bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 ribs celery, chopped
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 1 large green bell pepper, chopped
- 10 cups beef broth
- 14.5 ounces stewed tomatoes (canned)
- 6 ounces tomato sauce (canned)
- 3 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Cooked white rice for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the roux by melting butter in a large pot over medium-low heat and whisking in flour until smooth. Cook for about 30-40 minutes until deep brown.
- Add chopped vegetables (celery, onion, bell pepper, garlic) to the pot and cook until tender.
- Gradually whisk in beef broth and bring to a boil.
- Stir in sausage, stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, hot sauce, sugar, Cajun seasoning, thyme leaves, and bay leaves. Simmer uncovered for about 45 minutes.
- Add shrimp and Worcestershire sauce; continue to simmer for another 45-60 minutes before serving over cooked rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 250mg
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