SHRIMP GUMBO
This spicy Cajun gumbo, a stew originating in Louisiana in the 18th century, gains much of its flavor from the dark roux and its characteristic thickness from file, an herb made from the ground leaves of the sassafras tree. Onions, celery and green peppers, the "holy trinity" of both Creole and Cajun cooking, add flavor and substance to the thick shrimp and sausage stew, which is served over a heaping portion of white rice.
Provided by Alton Brown
Categories main-dish
Time 3h30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Place the vegetable oil and flour into a 5 to 6-quart cast iron Dutch oven and whisk together to combine. Place on the middle shelf of the oven, uncovered, and bake for 1 1/2 hours, whisking 2 to 3 times throughout the cooking process.
- While the roux is baking, de-head, peel and devein the shrimp. Place the shrimp in a bowl and set in the refrigerator. Place the heads and shells in a 4-quart saucepan along with the 2 quarts of water, set over high heat and bring to a boil. Decrease the heat to low and simmer for 1 hour or until the liquid has reduced to 1-quart. Remove from the heat and strain the liquid into a container, discarding the solids.
- Once the roux is done, carefully remove it from the oven and set over medium-high heat. Gently add the onions, celery, green peppers and garlic and cook, moving constantly for 7 to 8 minutes or until the onions begin to turn translucent. Add the tomatoes, salt, black pepper, thyme, cayenne pepper, and bay leaves and stir to combine. Gradually add the shrimp broth while whisking continually. Decrease the heat to low, cover and cook for 35 minutes. Turn off the heat, add the shrimp and sausage and stir to combine. Add the file powder while stirring constantly. Cover and allow to sit for 10 minutes prior to serving. Serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 calorie, Fat 25 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 183 milligrams, Sodium 1939 milligrams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fiber 1.5 grams, Protein 24 grams, Sugar 3 grams
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Ashraf chandio
[email protected]I love the way this gumbo smells. It's so inviting.
Stephanie Simpson
[email protected]This gumbo is perfect for a party or a potluck.
Irfan Qazilbass
[email protected]This gumbo is a great way to warm up on a cold day.
Charlotte Turner
[email protected]This gumbo is the best I've ever had. I will definitely be making it again.
Jazmyn
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this gumbo recipe. It's definitely a keeper.
David Dees
[email protected]This gumbo is a great value for the price.
Umar Nadeem
[email protected]I would recommend this gumbo to anyone who loves seafood.
Paul Heisener
[email protected]This gumbo is a bit spicy, but it's not too hot.
Mr jangeer Laghari
[email protected]I love that this gumbo is made with fresh ingredients.
Rana Mubshar
[email protected]This gumbo is a great way to use up leftover shrimp.
Jasim Mk
[email protected]I made this gumbo for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!
Alamin Sorkar
[email protected]This gumbo is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, flavorful, and filling.
Rj Shuvo Islam Yt
[email protected]I love how this gumbo is packed with shrimp. It's so hearty and satisfying.
Sanjive Basaula
[email protected]This gumbo is a must-try! It's so flavorful and delicious.
Kris507 rocks
[email protected]I'm a beginner cook and this recipe was easy to follow. My gumbo turned out great!
McKenna Wickline
[email protected]This gumbo was easy to make and so delicious. I love the combination of flavors.
Parvin Akhtar
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my gumbo turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add a little more spice.
Hafeez Qureshi
[email protected]This was the best shrimp gumbo I've ever had! The roux was perfect and the shrimp was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Charis Jackson
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I loved this shrimp gumbo. The broth was so flavorful and the shrimp was cooked just right. I will definitely be making this again.
Jess Fern
[email protected]This shrimp gumbo was a hit with my family! The flavors were so rich and complex, and the shrimp was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.