Gumbo Recipe
A traditional Louisiana dish with a mix of sausage and seafood.
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Ingredients
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Protein Ingredients
Vegetable Ingredients
Liquid Ingredients
Spices and Seasonings
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Sauté the Sausage
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced Andouille sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- 2
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Return the browned sausage to the pot. Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, bay leaves, thyme, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Cooking
- 4
Simmer the Gumbo
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 5
Add Seafood
After 30 minutes, add the shrimp and crab meat to the pot. Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until the shrimp are cooked through and pink.
Serving
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Remove the bay leaves from the gumbo. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and parsley. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and hot sauce to taste.