Jul 14 2026

Gumbo Soup Recipe

Time1h
Serves6

Make Gumbo Soup Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Liquids and Broth

Spices and Seasonings

Vegetables

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Brown the Sausage and Chicken

    Add the sliced Andouille sausage and cubed chicken breast to the pot. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Add Liquids and Spices

    Pour in the chicken broth and add the canned diced tomatoes. Stir in the bay leaves, Cajun seasoning, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.

  2. 4

    Simmer the Gumbo

    Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 20 minutes.

  3. 5

    Add Shrimp and Okra

    After 20 minutes, add the sliced okra and shrimp to the pot. Stir well and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

Serving

  1. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove bay leaves from the gumbo. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions on top.

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