Ingredients for Fil Gumbo
- Vegetable Oil
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- Garlic Cloves
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- Spicy Smoked Sausage
- Chicken Broth
- Cajun Seasoning
- Hot Pepper Sauce
- Gumbo File
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How to Make Fil Gumbo
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the chicken and sausage over medium-high heat. Remove from pot and set aside.
- Add the onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the pot and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken stock, ensuring no lumps form. Bring to a simmer.
- Return the chicken and sausage to the pot. Add the cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in the filé powder and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the gumbo has thickened to your desired consistency. Do not boil after adding the filé.
- If using, stir in the fried okra during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
- Serve hot over cooked rice.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
72 g
Sugar
11g
Fat
67g
Carbs
4g
