GUMBO Z'HERBES

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Categories     Soup/Stew     Leafy Green     Pork     Super Bowl     Mardi Gras     Ham     Spinach     Turnip     Winter     Mustard Greens     Gourmet

Yield Makes 8 to 10 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 cabbage leaves (from 1 large head)
1 lb mustard greens
3/4 lb turnip greens
1/2 lb beet greens (from 1 bunch beets; including stems)
2 smoked ham hocks (1 lb each)
2 medium onions, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 to 2 small fresh hot red chiles (2 to 3 inches long), minced, including seeds
10 oz baby spinach
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons cider vinegar plus additional for serving
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Accompaniments: hot sauce such as Tabasco; corn bread or rice

Steps:

  • Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil in a 6- to 8-quart wide heavy pot. Add cabbage and simmer, covered, until tender, about 10 minutes. Transfer cabbage with tongs to a colander reserving cooking liquid, then add half of mustard, turnip, and beet greens to cooking liquid. Simmer uncovered, 5 minutes. Transfer greens with tongs to colander with cabbage, then cook remaining greens in same manner and transfer to colander. When greens are cool enough to handle, finely chop.
  • Add ham hocks to cooking liquid (liquid will not cover them completely) and simmer, covered, 1 hour. Transfer with tongs to a cutting board to cool. Transfer ham broth to a bowl, adding water if necessary to measure 5 cups liquid. Discard skin, bones, and fat and finely chop ham.
  • Cook onions and garlic in butter in pot over moderate heat, stirring frequently, until golden, about 5 minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring, 3 minutes. Add ham broth in a slow stream, stirring constantly. Add chopped greens, ham, thyme, and minced chile and simmer, uncovered, until greens are tender, about 8 minutes.
  • Gradually add spinach, stirring until wilted. Stir in parsley, vinegar, and salt. Serve with hot sauce and additional vinegar if desired.

Prashan Grg
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This is the best gumbo I've ever had. Thank you for sharing the recipe!


Daniel Owusu
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This gumbo is amazing! I will definitely be making it again.


Yubraj Bhattarai
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This gumbo is a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. I think next time I'll use less cayenne pepper.


Okoro Chidubem
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I'm not a fan of okra, but I love this gumbo. The okra is cooked perfectly, and it adds a nice texture to the dish.


Jony Ahmed
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This gumbo is a great way to use up leftover chicken or shrimp. It's also a great dish to freeze for later.


Monica Attipoe
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This gumbo is a bit expensive to make, but it's worth the splurge. It's a special dish that you'll want to make again and again.


Numan Ali
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I love the unique flavor of this gumbo. It's unlike any other gumbo I've ever had.


Wasim Mohamed
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This gumbo is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and it warms you up from the inside out.


Alexandra Carrillo
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I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow. I was able to make a delicious gumbo that my whole family loved.


Janak Sharma
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This gumbo is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The results are amazing!


Maslax Cabdi Boy
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I love that this recipe uses fresh ingredients. It makes the gumbo taste so much better.


lady laurish
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This gumbo is so rich and decadent. It's perfect for a special occasion.


Azat
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I'm not a fan of spicy food, but this gumbo wasn't too spicy for me. It had just the right amount of heat.


Musicbook Official
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This is the most flavorful gumbo I've ever had. The spices are perfectly balanced, and the roux is cooked to perfection.


Ch asif Ch
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I love the addition of the shrimp and crab to this gumbo. It makes it extra special.


Mahi Veer
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This gumbo is perfect for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it reheats well.


Khnaan Bawa g
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of okra, but I'm so glad I did! The okra adds a nice texture to the gumbo, and it's not slimy at all.


Mehedihassan Mahir
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This is the best gumbo recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make, and the results are amazing.


Claudia Gomez
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I've made this gumbo several times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!


Asad Afaq
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This gumbo is absolutely delicious! The flavors are rich and complex, and the texture is perfect. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly.