CHARLESTON GUMBO WITH SHRIMP AND OKRA
Different regions of the country have differences in cooking gumbo. In Charleston, gumbo is at its best during the shrimping season because Charleston gumbo depends more on the catch of the day as well as the produce in season. Gumbo in Charleston is slow cooked with much attention being paid to the sauce. We thicken the gumbo with a roux of flour and water, not file as in Louisiana-style gumbo, because this is not native to SC. In Charleston, gumbo is put over rice for a complete meal. Now that's Geechee! Serve over white rice or with cornbread if desired.
Provided by Geechee Girl
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Special Collection Recipes New
Time 1h45m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Prepare seasoning mixture: mix salt, garlic powder, black pepper, cayenne, chili powder, and paprika together in a bowl. Set aside.
- Prepare gumbo: melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery; saute until onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add seasoning mixture and stir until vegetables are well coated. Stir in 1 tablespoon flour and mix until combined, being careful not to burn. Slowly add chicken stock.
- Transfer mixture to a Dutch oven or large stockpot. Cover and cook over medium heat until reduced slightly, about 30 minutes. Add tomato paste and stir until dissolved. Add tomato sauce, cover, and cook until reduced slightly, about 15 minutes.
- Add okra and corn. Cook, stirring occasionally so veggies don't stick to the bottom of the pot, until okra is tender, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Season shrimp with seafood seasoning. Add to the pot. Cover and cook until shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, about 5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning, if desired.
- Combine water and remaining 1 tablespoon flour to make a roux. Add to gumbo as needed and cook until thickened to desired consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 183 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 23.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 1868 mg, Sugar 6.5 g
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Mohammad Saurav
[email protected]Thank you for sharing this recipe. I can't wait to try it!
Laiba Hayat
[email protected]This is the best gumbo I've ever had. The flavors are incredible and the shrimp are cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.
Lilitha Nakuphi
[email protected]This gumbo is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and just a little bit spicy. I love serving it with a side of rice and a cold beer.
Nicholas Hardy
[email protected]I love this gumbo! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Olivia Perez
[email protected]This gumbo is a must-try for any seafood lover. It's packed with shrimp and okra, and the flavors are amazing.
AKIF PATHAN
[email protected]I've been making this gumbo recipe for years and it never disappoints. It's the perfect way to warm up on a cold day.
Silva Silva
[email protected]This gumbo is so flavorful and easy to make. I love that I can use frozen shrimp and okra.
Boucheron Moses
[email protected]I made this gumbo for my family and they all loved it. It's a great recipe for a weeknight meal.
Shine Dandamira
[email protected]This gumbo is delicious! The shrimp are cooked perfectly and the okra is cooked just right. I love the spicy flavor of the gumbo.
Zeeshan Jameel
[email protected]I love this gumbo! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually add a few more vegetables, like bell peppers and celery.
Danielle Smith
[email protected]I'm from Louisiana and I can tell you that this gumbo is the real deal. It's got all the classic flavors and ingredients. I will definitely be making this again.
Rani Khan
[email protected]This is the best gumbo I've ever had. The flavors are incredible and the shrimp are cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.
Fahim Sahariya Mahi
[email protected]I made this gumbo for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! I even had people asking me for the recipe.
Faltu Zoker
[email protected]This gumbo is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and just a little bit spicy. I love serving it with a side of rice and a cold beer.
Biplob Kumer
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of okra, but I'm glad I did. The okra was cooked perfectly and didn't have that slimy texture that I usually dislike. The gumbo was delicious and I will definitely be making it again.
Isabel Ndlovu
[email protected]This was my first time making gumbo and it turned out amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Ali Raza bodla Pakistan zindabad
[email protected]I've made this gumbo recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a bit spicy, but that's how I like it. I usually add a few more shrimp and some diced chicken.
Kasem Khan
[email protected]This gumbo was a hit! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the okra added a nice slimy texture. I will definitely be making this again.