Ingredients for Spicy Shrimp Gumbo
- Vegetable Oil
- All Purpose Flour
- Onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- Green Onion
- Minced Garlic Cloves
- Chicken Broth
- 1 pound fresh okra, sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- Ground Red Pepper
- Raw Small Shrimp
- 4 cups cooked rice, for serving
- Wild Rice
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How to Make Spicy Shrimp Gumbo
- **Make the Roux:** In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, whisk together 1/2 cup vegetable oil and 1/2 cup all-purpose flour over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly with a whisk, for 10-15 minutes, until the roux is a dark brown color. Be patient; this step is crucial for flavor!
- **Sauté Vegetables:** Add 1 medium chopped onion, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 stalks chopped celery, 2 chopped green onions, and 2 minced cloves of garlic to the roux. Cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
- **Simmer the Gumbo:** Stir in 6 cups of chicken broth, 1 pound sliced okra, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (optional). Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
- **Add Shrimp:** Add 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp to the gumbo. Simmer for 5 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- **Serve:** Serve the Spicy Shrimp Gumbo hot over 4 cups of cooked rice. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
119 g
Sugar
19g
Fat
22g
Carbs
32g
