Description
This Shrimp & Sausage Gumbo is a hearty, flavorful dish that captures the essence of Southern cooking. Combining succulent shrimp, smoky sausage, and a blend of aromatic vegetables, this gumbo is perfect for gatherings or a comforting weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 cup green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
- 6 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2-3 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked rice (for serving)
- Optional: 1 cup sliced okra, hot sauce, fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Make the Roux: In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Gradually whisk in the flour, stirring constantly for about 20-30 minutes until the roux turns a dark brown color.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Incorporate Sausage: Add the sliced sausage and cook for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in the diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Season with Cajun seasoning, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Simmer: Reduce heat and let it simmer uncovered for about 30-40 minutes. Add okra during the last 15 minutes if desired.
- Add Shrimp: In the final 5 minutes, add the shrimp, cooking until they are pink and opaque. Remove bay leaves before serving.
- Serve: Ladle the gumbo over cooked rice and garnish with fresh parsley and hot sauce if desired.
Notes
- For a thicker gumbo, allow it to simmer longer or increase the roux amount.
- Gumbo often tastes better the next day, so consider making it ahead of time.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g