Description

Get ready to experience the bold, hearty flavors of the South with this Louisiana Seafood Gumbo. This comforting stew brings together tender shrimp, sweet crab meat, smoky andouille sausage, and the earthy taste of okra, all simmered in a deeply flavorful roux-based broth. Whether you’re looking for dinner ideas, a hearty and easy recipe for family gatherings, or a quick dinner that gets better with time, this gumbo delivers the ultimate comfort. Perfect for chilly nights or festive weekends, it’s one of those food ideas that will become a staple in your kitchen.

Ingredients

1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined

8 ounces crab meat, lump or claw

12 ounces andouille sausage, sliced

1 cup okra, sliced

1 green bell pepper, chopped

1 red bell pepper, chopped

2 ribs celery, chopped

1 onion, diced

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes

4 cups seafood or chicken stock

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

2 bay leaves

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Salt, to taste

Black pepper, to taste

4 cups cooked white rice, for serving

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Instructions

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat flour and oil over medium heat, stirring constantly for 20-30 minutes until it turns deep brown to make the roux.

2. Add onions, bell peppers, and celery to the roux. Cook 5-7 minutes until softened, then add garlic.

3. Pour in diced tomatoes and stock. Stir well, then add Cajun seasoning, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer.

4. Add sausage and okra. Simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes to allow flavors to meld and broth to thicken.

5. Stir in shrimp and crab meat during the last 10 minutes. Cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through.

6. Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning, and serve hot over cooked white rice.

Notes

Stir the roux constantly to prevent burning—this step makes or breaks the flavor.

Use pre-cooked rice or cook it while the gumbo simmers to save time.

For a thicker gumbo, simmer uncovered longer or add file powder at the end.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Southern, Cajun

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 385
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 980mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 115mg