Description
Louisiana Seafood Gumbo is a quintessential Creole dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Southern cooking right to your table. This hearty stew features a delightful medley of fresh seafood, including shrimp and crab, combined with smoky andouille sausage, all enveloped in a rich, dark roux. The classic Holy Trinity of onions, bell peppers, and celery adds depth to this comforting meal, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With its bold spices and inviting aroma, Louisiana Seafood Gumbo is not just a dish; it’s an experience that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings for something truly special.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 lb andouille sausage
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 lb crab meat
- 1 green bell pepper
- 2 celery stalks
- 1 large onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 6 cups chicken or seafood stock
- bay leaves
- thyme
- Cajun seasoning
- Worcestershire sauce
- hot sauce
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, combine flour and oil to create a roux. Stir continuously for 20–30 minutes until it reaches a deep brown color.
- Add chopped bell pepper, celery, onion, and minced garlic to the roux. Cook until vegetables are soft.
- Stir in sliced andouille sausage along with bay leaves, thyme, and Cajun seasoning; brown slightly.
- Pour in stock and optional diced tomatoes; bring to a boil then reduce to simmer for about 45 minutes.
- Incorporate okra (or reserve filé powder) and simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Add shrimp and crab meat; cook until shrimp is pink and opaque (5–7 minutes).
- Finish with Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce to taste. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving over cooked white rice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 120mg