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Traditional Gumbo


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  • Author: Melissa Riker
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

Simmered in a rich, chicken-based broth this traditional gumbo is packed with andouille sausage, chicken, and shrimp in a flavorful roux. This authentic New Orleans Gumbo is sure to warm you up on a chilly day.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup butter
  • 3 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 bunch green onion, chopped finely
  • 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped finely
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 12 ounce andouille sausages, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (or the amount off 1 rotisserie chicken)
  • 2 cups cooked shrimp, peeled
  • cooked white rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large heavy stock pot combine the flour and butter over low heat. Cook for 10 minutes, whisking often until a dark roux forms. Continue to cook an additional 5 minutes whisking constantly to avoid burning the roux.
  2. In a separate skillet cook the sausage slices in one layer. Brown them on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add 1 cup of broth to the skillet and scrape the bottom of the pan to deglaze. Pour broth mixture into the pot with the roux.
  4. Pour remaining broth into the pot and add vegetables, parsley, and garlic. Stir.
  5. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and boil for 7 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  6. Skim any foam off the top of the pot and add sausage, chicken, and shrimp.
  7. Season to taste with salt and pepper and Cajun seasoning. Serve warm over rice.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size:
  • Calories: 573
  • Sugar: 3.8 g
  • Sodium: 2957.5 mg
  • Fat: 45 g
  • Carbohydrates: 24.9 g
  • Fiber: 1.7 g
  • Protein: 17 g
  • Cholesterol: 107.9 mg
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