Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMudbugsGumbo Recipe

Gumbo Recipe

Inspired by Mudbugs
Time1h
Serves6

The gumbo was not New ORLEANS it had red sauce in it tasted more like soup.

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Ingredients

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Base

Liquids

Spices

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery to the pot and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Cooking the Gumbo

  1. 4

    Step 4

    Add the sliced Andouille sausage and cubed chicken breast to the pot. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is browned.

  2. 5

    Step 5

    Pour in the chicken broth and crushed tomatoes. Stir to combine all the ingredients.

  3. 6

    Step 6

    Add the bay leaves, paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

  4. 7

    Step 7

    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  5. 8

    Step 8

    After 30 minutes, add the shrimp and cook for an additional 5 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through.

  6. 9

    Step 9

    Remove bay leaves before serving.

Serving

  1. 10

    Step 10

    Ladle the gumbo into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped parsley.

  2. 11

    Step 11

    Serve hot and enjoy your delicious gumbo!

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