Okra Freezer Gumbo Starter Recipe

Transform gumbo night from a marathon to a sprint with this delicious make-ahead freezer starter! Prepped and ready to use with your favorite gumbo recipe (or ours, recipe #199284!), this time-saving mix handles all the veggie prep work. Simply thaw and add to your simmering pot for a flavorful, effortless gumbo experience. Skip the chopping and enjoy the deliciousness!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 130 mins
Calories 303.9 kcal
Protein 30g
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Ingredients for Okra Freezer Gumbo Starter

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How to Make Okra Freezer Gumbo Starter

  1. Rinse 1 pound of fresh okra thoroughly under cold water.
  2. Pat okra completely dry with paper towels.
  3. Slice okra into 1/2-inch rounds, discarding the stem ends.
  4. Dice 1 medium onion, 1 green bell pepper, and 2 celery stalks.
  5. Mince 4 cloves of garlic.
  6. In a large roasting pan, combine the okra, onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic.
  7. Cover the pan and roast at 300°F (150°C) for 1 hour.
  8. Uncover the pan, stir gently, and recover.
  9. Continue roasting for another hour, or until vegetables are tender.
  10. Let the mixture cool completely.
  11. Spoon the cooled vegetable mixture into four 1-pint freezer containers. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

99 g

Sugar

82g

Fat

1g

Carbs

23g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Okra Freezer Gumbo Starter?

Okra Freezer Gumbo Starter takes about 160 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 130 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Okra Freezer Gumbo Starter?

Okra Freezer Gumbo Starter has approximately 303.9 calories per serving, with about 30 g protein, 23 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Okra Freezer Gumbo Starter?

The key ingredients for Okra Freezer Gumbo Starter are Fresh Okra, Onions, Green Bell Peppers, Garlic Cloves, Celery Ribs, Tomato Sauce. See the full list with measurements above.

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