SAVORY SHRIMP GUMBO

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This is a very savory gumbo from Louisiana, that is for those of you who like shrimp! Serve over long grain rice.

Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Gumbo Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cups chopped okra
2 onions, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 quarts water
1 bay leaf
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 red bell pepper, chopped
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over high heat, add 2 tablespoons oil and flour to the pan, and whisk together quickly. Continue cooking and stirring until a dark roux forms. Stir in shrimp. Cook and stir for a few minutes, until the shrimp turns pink. Set aside.
  • In another pan, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Stir in okra and onions; cook until okra is tender. Mix in tomatoes. Add water, bay leaf, garlic, salt, red pepper, and the shrimp mixture. Cover, and cook slowly for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.8 calories, Carbohydrate 9.7 g, Cholesterol 179.4 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 670.2 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

Lori Villalobos
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This gumbo is amazing! It's so flavorful and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Camille
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I love this gumbo! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I especially love the addition of okra, it gives the gumbo a nice slimy texture.


Riham Ali Almas
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This gumbo is the best! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the broth is so flavorful.


SHREEKANTO DAS
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This gumbo was a bit too thick for my taste, but the flavor was good. I'll try adding more broth next time.


Matthew Miravalle
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I love this gumbo! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I especially love the addition of shrimp and okra.


Rehan butt Butt sab
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This gumbo is amazing! It's so flavorful and the shrimp are cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Nelly Natta
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The gumbo was good, but not great. I think it needed more seasoning. I'll try adding more cayenne pepper and paprika next time.


Omale Gracegolden
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This gumbo was a disappointment. The shrimp were overcooked and the broth was bland. I won't be making this recipe again.


Ali Seena
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I love this gumbo! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I especially love the addition of okra, it gives the gumbo a nice slimy texture.


Khawla Bouti
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This gumbo is the best! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the broth is so flavorful.


Amy Louden
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The gumbo was a bit too spicy for my taste, but overall it was still good. I'll try making it again with less cayenne pepper next time.


Hex Shadow
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This is my new favorite gumbo recipe. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the addition of shrimp, it really makes the dish.


Ashley Boyer
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The gumbo was thick and hearty, with just the right amount of spice. Will definitely make this again.


Ahmzd Mzx
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This gumbo was a hit at my last dinner party! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the broth was flavorful and rich. I'll definitely be making this again.