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Gumbo

Gumbo

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This gumbo recipe is a vibrant, hearty stew that beautifully combines spices, chicken sausage, shrimp, and fresh vegetables, all served over fluffy white rice. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home, this dish is not only delicious but also easy to customize according to your preferences.

Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 ribs celery, chopped
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 large green bell pepper, chopped
  • 10 cups beef broth
  • 1 can stewed tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
  • 3 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Cooked white rice for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the roux by melting the butter in a large pot over medium-low heat. Whisk in the flour until smooth and cook until dark brown (30-40 minutes).
  2. Add chopped celery, onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the roux; stir well.
  3. Return pot to medium-low heat and cook until vegetables are tender (8-12 minutes). Gradually whisk in beef broth and bring to a boil (15-20 minutes).
  4. Stir in sausage, stewed tomatoes, hot sauce, sugar, Cajun seasoning, thyme leaves, and bay leaves. Simmer uncovered for 45 minutes.
  5. Add two teaspoons of gumbo filé powder; simmer for another 15 minutes before removing bay leaves.
  6. Finally, add shrimp and cook on low heat for about 45-60 minutes until flavors meld beautifully.
  7. Serve hot over cooked white rice.

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