GUMBO FOR A CROWD

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I can always get all my kids and even some of their friends to the house with this recipe!

Provided by allison templin

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 c vegetable oil
1 c all purpose flour
1 large onion diced
1 pkg celery stalks chopped
1-2 tsp minced garlic
28 oz tomato sauce
2-15 oz cans hunts fire roasted tomatoes with garlic
1 whole chicken boiled and deboned
54 oz pkg eckrich smoked sausage
2 pkg frozen extra large shrimp (about 60)
1 lb okra either fresh or frozen
4 pkg knorr homestyle chicken stock tubs
1/4 c tony chachere's cajun seasoning (green label)
8-10 c cooked rice cooked in chicken stock if desired (i use minute rice)

Steps:

  • 1. boil a 3lb chicken and de-bone and shred after its cooled. i usually boil and debone the chicken and chop all the veggies the day before so all i have to do is throw everything together the next day.save your chicken broth. also slice the smoked sausage the day before.
  • 2. chop onions and celery and sweat them in butter til translucent. slice the smoked sausage and brown for about 5 minutes.
  • 3. in a big stock pot (I use a 16 quart one) start making the roux using the oil and flour. cook on low heat stirring constantly to prevent burning till its a dark copper color. This takes about 20=30 minutes. DON"T RUSH IT!!! If it burns, throw it out and start over .
  • 4. When you have finished making the roux, stir in the sweated onion and celery and the garlic.
  • 5. Add 3 to 4 cups of chicken stock and stir till it blends in. Then add the fire roasted tomatoes and tomato sauce. Keep at a low simmer.
  • 6. Drain the grease off the smoked sausage and stir in. Add the shrimp, okra and chicken.Add chicken stock as needed to bring it to the desired consistency. We like ours a little thick.
  • 7. Add the Tony Chachere's. You can add more if not spicey enough.Add salt to taste to bring out the flavors. Let simmer till the shrimp and okra are done. About 5-10 minutes. Enjoy over rice. Makes about 8-10 quarts.

Busra Alozkan
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I'm an experienced cook, and I was looking for a gumbo recipe that would challenge me. This recipe was perfect for me. It was complex and flavorful, and it required some advanced cooking techniques. The finished product was amazing, and I was very pr


ahmed bajwa
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I'm a beginner cook, and I was looking for a gumbo recipe that was easy to follow. This recipe was perfect for me. The instructions were clear and easy to understand, and the finished product was delicious.


Hazem Guehaz
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I'm a college student, and I'm always looking for recipes that are easy and affordable. This gumbo recipe is perfect for me. It's easy to make in a dorm room, and it's a great way to save money.


Destiny Kagendo
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I live in an apartment, so I don't have a lot of space to cook. This gumbo recipe is perfect for me. It's easy to make in a small kitchen, and it's always a hit with my friends.


Ebony Saunders
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I'm an RV traveler, and this gumbo recipe is perfect for my travels. It's easy to make, and it's a great way to have a home-cooked meal on the road.


Gloria Valentine Tshaba kayembe
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I love boating, and this gumbo recipe is perfect for a day on the water. It's easy to make, and it's a great way to feed a hungry crew.


chialuka victory
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I love camping, and this gumbo recipe is perfect for a campfire. It's easy to make, and it's a great way to warm up on a cold night.


Darein Williams
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I love tailgating, and this gumbo recipe is my go-to dish. It's easy to transport, and it's always a hit with my fellow tailgaters.


Charlie Simone
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I'm always looking for recipes for special occasions. This gumbo recipe is perfect for a party or a potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it always gets rave reviews.


William Ramirez
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I'm on a budget, so I need recipes that are affordable. This gumbo recipe is very budget-friendly. I can usually make it for less than $20, and it feeds a crowd.


nonhlanhla mthembu
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I'm a busy mom, so I need recipes that are quick and easy. This gumbo recipe is perfect for me. I can have it on the table in under an hour, and it's always a hit with my family.


BPkhanal Kailali
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I'm gluten-free, so I was glad to find this recipe for gluten-free gumbo. I used gluten-free flour to make the roux, and I used gluten-free chicken broth. The gumbo was delicious, and I didn't miss the gluten at all.


Abdullah Al Nayeem Noion
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I'm a vegetarian, but I still love gumbo. I made this recipe using vegetable broth and tofu, and it was amazing! The tofu absorbed all the delicious flavors of the gumbo, and it had a nice meaty texture.


Akanni Peace
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I was looking for a healthier gumbo recipe, and this one fit the bill. I used low-fat chicken broth and turkey sausage, and I omitted the oil. The gumbo was still delicious, and it was much healthier than traditional gumbo.


Mr Amin
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This gumbo is the real deal! I'm from Louisiana, and I know my gumbo. This recipe is authentic and flavorful, and it's sure to please even the most discerning palate. I highly recommend it.


Kelvin Karani
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I've been making gumbo for years, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the finished product was delicious. I especially liked the addition of okra, which gave the gumbo a nice slimy textur


Maydul Islam
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This gumbo was a hit at my party! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The flavors were rich and complex, and the roux was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.