Best 3 Leftover Ham And Shrimp Slow Cooker Gumbo Recipes

Calling all gumbo lovers! If you're looking for a hearty, flavorful, and easy-to-make gumbo recipe, you're in luck. This article features a collection of delectable gumbo recipes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul. From classic Cajun gumbo to unique twists on this traditional dish, there's a recipe here for everyone. Whether you have leftover ham and shrimp or a craving for a seafood extravaganza, these recipes have you covered. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

LEFTOVER HAM AND SHRIMP SLOW COOKER GUMBO

Leftover Ham and Shrimp Slow Cooker Gumbo image

Great for finishing off that holiday ham that just won't quit! Also able to freeze and save for later if hammed out. Two of my 3 young sons loved it. The third asked for no beans and shrimp which was easy to filter out in his bowl. Husband devoured it and wished it had more shrimp. Overall a success considering it was a week out from daily doses of Easter ham. Serve by itself or over white rice.

Provided by limeshmd

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Gumbo Recipes

Time 4h55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ cup butter
1 onion, minced
2 cups frozen cooked peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp
3 cups chopped leftover honey-baked, spiral-cut ham
1 ham bone
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup coconut milk

Steps:

Stir garlic, turmeric, chili powder, basil, and cayenne pepper together in a small saucepan; heat over medium heat until aromatic, about 1 minute. Melt butter into the mixture, add onion, and cook until the onion is softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Scoop onion mixture from saucepan into a slow cooker, reserving as much butter in the saucepan as possible.
Increase heat under saucepan to medium-high heat. Saute frozen shrimp in hot butter until just firm, about 2 minutes; transfer mixture to slow cooker. Add ham, ham bone, black beans, and tomatoes to the slow cooker.
Cook on High until the ham on the bone is falling off, 4 to 6 hours (or on Low 6 to 8 hours).
Remove and discard ham bone, stir coconut milk into the mixture, continue cooking on Low until the coconut milk is warmed, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 80.7 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 869.2 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

HEALTHIER SLOW COOKER GUMBO

Healthier Slow Cooker Gumbo image

Packed with veggies, this healthier slow cooker gumbo is easy to throw together before a party so you have plenty of time with your guests.

Provided by luv2golfandcook

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Gumbo Recipes

Time 6h45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 green bell peppers, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ pound chicken andouille sausage, quartered lengthwise and sliced
2 (14.5 ounce) cans no-salt-added diced tomatoes
1 (10.75 ounce) can reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon salt-free Cajun seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or more to taste
½ pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
5 cups frozen riced cauliflower
2 sprigs chopped fresh parsley, or to taste

Steps:

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add flour; cook, stirring constantly, until flour is deep golden and smells toasty, 7 to 10 minutes. Reduce heat if browning too quickly. Transfer to a 6-quart slow cooker.
Add oil, bell peppers, onion, and garlic to the skillet; cook and stir until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir into slow cooker until coated. Stir in sausage, tomatoes, broth, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Cook on Low for 6 to 7 hours or on High for 3 to 3 1/2 hours. Stir in shrimp; cook until opaque, about 30 minutes on Low or 15 minutes on High.
Meanwhile, place riced cauliflower in a heatproof dish, cover, and microwave until heated through, about 4 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Serve gumbo over cauliflower. Sprinkle with parsley and additional black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.1 g, Cholesterol 59.3 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 12.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 273 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN GUMBO WITH SHRIMP

Slow Cooker Chicken Gumbo with Shrimp image

This Cajun-inspired dish practically makes itself. Just dump the ingredients in the slow cooker, toss in the shrimp a few minutes before serving and voila! Dinner is served.

Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)

Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Reynolds®

Time 6h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 Reynolds® Slow Cooker Liner
2 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut up
1 (14.5 ounce) can reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 green sweet pepper, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound fresh or frozen medium shrimp (thawed if frozen), peeled and deveined
4 cups hot cooked white or brown rice

Steps:

Line a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with a Reynolds® Slow Cooker Liner.
Add tomatoes, chicken, broth, green pepper, onion, celery, Cajun seasoning, garlic, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to prepared slow cooker. Stir gently with wooden spoon or rubber scraper to combine.
Cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
Remove lid and stir in shrimp gently with a wooden spoon or rubber scraper. Cover and cook about 3 minutes more, or until shrimp is opaque. Serve over cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 119.1 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 562.2 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

Tips:

For a richer flavor, use a combination of chicken and ham broth.
Don't be afraid to add extra spices to taste. Cajun and Creole cuisine is known for its bold flavors.
If you don't have leftover ham, you can use pre-cooked ham or even deli ham.
If you don't have shrimp, you can use chicken, sausage, or even tofu.
Serve gumbo with rice, cornbread, or French bread.

Conclusion:

This leftover ham and shrimp slow-cooker gumbo is a delicious and easy way to use up leftover ham. It's also a great way to warm up on a cold day. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a hearty and flavorful meal that the whole family will enjoy.