Bowl Of Gumbo Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Roux

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the flour gradually, stirring constantly until the mixture turns a dark brown color, about 15-20 minutes.

2. 2

   Sauté Vegetables

   Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, celery, and garlic to the roux. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5-7 minutes.

3. 3

   Add Sausage and Spices

   Stir in the sliced Andouille sausage, cayenne pepper, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Combine with Broth

   Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.

5. 5

   Add Seafood and Okra

   Add the shrimp, crab meat, okra, and diced tomatoes. Simmer for another 10-15 minutes until the seafood is cooked through.

6. 6

   Serve

   Remove bay leaves before serving. Serve hot over a scoop of cooked rice.