Coastal Gumbo Recipe

Prepare the Base

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

Add Garlic and Tomatoes

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Then add the canned diced tomatoes along with their juices.

Simmer the Broth

Pour in the vegetable broth, then add the sliced okra, bay leaves, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.

Add Seafood

Add the shrimp and crab meat to the pot. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

Serve

Remove the bay leaves and stir in the chopped parsley. Serve the gumbo over cooked rice in bowls.