Description
Louisiana Seafood Gumbo is a vibrant and hearty dish that encapsulates the essence of Creole cuisine. This comforting stew is brimming with an array of seafood, including succulent shrimp and tender crab meat, all simmered in a rich, flavorful broth infused with spices and aromatic vegetables. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home, this gumbo not only warms the soul but also creates a memorable dining experience that will have everyone coming back for more. With its deep roots in Southern tradition, it’s a dish that invites creativity—feel free to customize the ingredients to suit your taste.
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 (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
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, mix flour and vegetable oil to create a roux. Stir continuously for about 20–30 minutes until it turns deep brown.
- Add the chopped bell pepper, celery, onion, and minced garlic to the roux. Cook until softened.
- Stir in the sliced sausage along with bay leaves, thyme, and Cajun seasoning. Let it cook until the sausage starts to brown.
- Pour in the chicken or seafood stock (and diced tomatoes if using). Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for about 45 minutes.
- Add okra (or reserve filé powder) and continue simmering for another 10 minutes.
- Finally, stir in shrimp and crab meat; cook until shrimp are pink and opaque (about 5–7 minutes).
- Adjust seasoning with Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, salt, and pepper as needed before serving over cooked white rice.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg