Ingredients for Shrimp And Okra Gumbo
- Bay Leaves
- Salt
- Dry Mustard
- White Pepper
- Ground Red Pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Fresh Ground Pepper
- Dried Basil
- Vegetable Oil
- 3 cups sliced okra
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- Green Bell Pepper
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- Unsalted Butter
- Fresh Garlic
- All Purpose Flour
- Seafood Stock
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Medium Shrimp
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How to Make Shrimp And Okra Gumbo
- **Make the Seasoning Blend:** In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of Creole seasoning, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme.
- **Sauté Okra:** Heat 4 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large 4-quart saucepan over high heat for 1 minute. Add 2 cups sliced okra and sauté until browned, about 6 minutes.
- **Add Vegetables:** Stir in 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), and 2 celery stalks (chopped). Cook for 1 minute.
- **Bloom Aromatics:** Add 4 tablespoons butter and cook for 1 minute. Add 4 cloves garlic (minced) and sauté for 1 minute.
- **Build Flavor:** Stir in the seasoning blend and cook over high heat for 3 minutes, scraping the bottom of the pan frequently to deglaze.
- **Roux Time:** Add 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Cook, stirring constantly, until the roux is a deep brown color, about 2 minutes. Be careful not to burn it!
- **Add Stock:** Gradually whisk in 1 1/2 cups chicken stock, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in the remaining 1 1/2 cups chicken stock.
- **Simmer:** Bring to a boil, stirring frequently, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- **Add Remaining Okra:** Stir in the remaining 1 cup sliced okra and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- **Finish with Shrimp and Green Onions:** Stir in 1/4 cup chopped green onions and simmer for 3 minutes. Add 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp and simmer until pink, about 1 minute.
- **Season and Serve:** Season with salt to taste. Serve hot over freshly cooked rice, with crusty bread for dipping. Pass the Tabasco!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
34 g
Sugar
7g
Fat
25g
Carbs
3g
