Seafood Gumbo Recipe
A rich, flavorful stew with shrimp, crab, and sausage.
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Ingredients
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Seafood
Sausage
Vegetables
Liquid & Seasoning
Oil
Rice (optional)
Method
Preparation
- 1
- 2
Cook the Rice (if using)
Prepare cooked white rice according to package instructions and set aside.
Cooking
- 3
- 4
Add Sausage and Garlic
Stir in the sliced Andouille sausage and minced garlic, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- 5
Combine Remaining Ingredients
Add the chicken broth, canned diced tomatoes (with juice), bay leaves, cayenne pepper, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- 6
Simmer the Gumbo
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 7
Add Seafood
After 30 minutes, add the shrimp and crab meat to the pot. Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- 8
Adjust Seasoning
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if necessary. Remove bay leaves before serving.
Serving
- 9
Serve the Gumbo
Serve the seafood gumbo hot over a scoop of cooked white rice if desired. Enjoy your flavorful stew!