Description
Louisiana Seafood Gumbo is a classic Creole dish that embodies the flavors of the South. This rich and hearty stew combines succulent shrimp, tender crab meat, and smoky andouille sausage with the Holy Trinity of vegetables—bell peppers, onions, and celery. The secret to its depth of flavor is the roux, which creates a savory base that melds beautifully with a blend of spices. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home, this gumbo is sure to impress with its comforting texture and bold taste. Serve it over fluffy white rice for a satisfying meal that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
- 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 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
Instructions
- Make the roux by combining flour and vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir continuously for 20–30 minutes until deep brown.
- Add chopped bell pepper, celery, onion, and garlic to the roux; cook until soft.
- Stir in sliced sausage along with bay leaves and thyme; cook until sausage browns.
- Pour in stock; bring to a boil then reduce to simmer for about 45 minutes.
- Add okra (or filé powder) and simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Finally, stir in shrimp and crab meat; cook until shrimp turns pink (about 5–7 minutes).
- Season with Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce to taste before serving over rice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg