HEART HEALTHY SHRIMP GUMBO WITH CAJUN SPICE MIX
Perhaps this isn't authentic but is is a lot healthier and quite tasty in it's own right. For ZWT this is Southern States regional.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Gumbo
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Thaw shrimp, if frozen.
- Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails intact if desired.
- Rinse shrimp; pat dry with paper towels.
- In a medium skillet, cook flour over medium heat about 6 minutes or until brown, stirring often.
- Transfer to a medium bowl; set aside.
- In a 4-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat.
- Add onion, sweet pepper, celery, and garlic; cook and stir about 5 minutes or until tender.
- Slowly whisk broth into browned flour.
- Add broth mixture, water, and Cajun Spice Mix to Dutch oven.
- Stir in okra.
- Bring to boiling; reduce heat.
- Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add shrimp; cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp is pink.
- To Serve:.
- spoon gumbo into 8 bowls. Top each serving with rice, a shrimp, and a green onion, if desired.
- If desired, pass hot pepper sauce. Makes 8 (1-1/4 cups gumbo plus 1/3 cup rice) servings.
- Cajun Spice Mix: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed; 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; and 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.2, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 71.6, Sodium 416.5, Carbohydrate 31.2, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 4.5, Protein 11.8
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Precious Chanda
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I love this gumbo. The shrimp is cooked perfectly, and the sauce is delicious.
SK Gamer_302
[email protected]This gumbo is the perfect comfort food. It's warm and hearty, and it always makes me feel better on a cold day.
Alhaj Yasir
[email protected]I'm always looking for new gumbo recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's easy to make and it tastes amazing.
Jelly Khatun
[email protected]This gumbo is a little too spicy for me, but my husband loves it. I think next time I'll make a milder version.
yungin-Business
[email protected]I love the way this gumbo smells. It fills my whole house with a delicious aroma.
Amethyst
[email protected]This gumbo is a great party dish. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it's always a hit with my guests.
Henry Lara
[email protected]I'm not a fan of gumbo, but I tried this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The gumbo was flavorful and delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.
Harvin Kelvin
[email protected]This gumbo is just okay. It's not bad, but it's not great either. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Huraira Majed
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my gumbo turned out really bland. I think I might have added too much water.
Basit Rasoil
[email protected]This gumbo is a bit too salty for my taste. I think next time I'll use less salt.
Muhammad Bin yousaf
[email protected]I made this gumbo in my slow cooker, and it turned out perfectly. It's a great way to have a delicious meal without having to spend all day in the kitchen.
ferdus Alom
[email protected]I'm allergic to shrimp, so I substituted chicken in this recipe. It turned out great!
ScopeSecond
[email protected]This gumbo is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. It's also a very affordable dish to make.
Usama Goraya
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I loved this gumbo. The shrimp was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious.
Kityo Richard
[email protected]This is the best gumbo I've ever had! The shrimp is so fresh and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe.
Chun-Li Street fighter
[email protected]This gumbo is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think next time I'll use less of the Cajun spice mix.
Mubeen Aslam
[email protected]I love the use of fresh vegetables in this gumbo. It gives the dish a light and healthy feel.
Abid Noor
[email protected]This was my first time making gumbo, and I'm so glad I chose this recipe. It was surprisingly easy to follow, and the gumbo turned out amazing. The shrimp was plump and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and rich.
Vivian Mungaila
[email protected]I've made this gumbo several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's so easy to make, and the results are always delicious.
Gamein Abir
[email protected]This gumbo is a true delight! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the shrimp is cooked to perfection. I especially love the addition of the Cajun spice mix - it really gives the dish a unique and authentic flavor.