**Embark on a Flavorful Culinary Journey with Vegetarian Gumbo: A Symphony of Tastes and Textures**
Experience the vibrant flavors and textures of vegetarian gumbo, a delectable dish that captures the essence of Louisiana's rich culinary heritage. This hearty and wholesome stew is a symphony of fresh vegetables, aromatic spices, and a rich, flavorful broth that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Join us on a culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets behind this beloved classic, exploring the diverse recipes that showcase the versatility and creativity of vegetarian gumbo. Whether you prefer a classic Creole gumbo brimming with okra and tomatoes, a hearty Cajun gumbo bursting with bold flavors, or a unique fusion of both, we have a recipe that will satisfy your cravings and transport you to the heart of the bayou. Prepare to indulge in a feast for the senses as we delve into the world of vegetarian gumbo, discovering the endless possibilities that this culinary gem has to offer.
VEGETARIAN GUMBO
This flavorful vegan dinner is a veggie version of the Louisiana classic. It's chock-full of butternut squash, tomatoes, poblano peppers and okra, to name just a few. This vegetarian gumbo is a quick dinner packed with flavor and spice that's done in only 30 minutes. To make it a meal, serve it with cornbread drizzled with olive oil.
Provided by Robin Bashinsky
Categories Healthy Butternut Squash Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Whisk flour and oil in a 7-quart pot. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture is deeply browned (the color of milk chocolate), 10 to 12 minutes. Add squash, onions, poblanos and celery; cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are well coated and warmed through, about 5 minutes. Stir in broth, crushed tomatoes and salt; bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Stir in okra; reduce heat to medium-high and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in zucchini and beans; simmer until the squash is tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in hot sauce, vinegar and pepper. Serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.9 calories, Carbohydrate 52.6 g, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 10.4 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 639.5 mg, Sugar 8.7 g
VEGETARIAN GUMBO RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, yellow onion, cremini mushroom, garlic, low sodium soy sauce, dried thyme, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, vegan worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, salt, pepper, cannellini bean, bread crumbs, vital wheat gluten, vegetable broth, all purpose flour, celery, okra, green bell pepper, tomato, red kidney bean, brown rice, fresh parsley
Provided by Rachel Gaewski
Categories Dinner
Yield 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add ½ cup (75g) diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until semi-translucent.
- Add the mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes, until most of the juices have evaporated.
- Add 2 cloves of minced garlic, the soy sauce, 1 teaspoon thyme, 1 teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon oregano, ¼ teaspoon cayenne, 2 teaspoons vegan Worcestershire sauce, ½ teaspoon liquid smoke, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper and cook for another 4-5 minutes, until all of the liquid has evaporated and the spices are fragrant.
- Add the cannellini beans to a medium bowl and mash until mostly smooth (a few lumps are okay). Then, add the mushroom mixture, bread crumbs, vital wheat gluten, and 2 tablespoons vegetable broth and mix well until combined. Use your hands to knead the mixture until cohesive, then begin to roll about a tablespoon at a time of the mixture into "meatballs".
- In the same large pot, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the meatballs and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the meatballs from the pot and set aside.
- Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the pot, along with the flour. Stir the roux continuously with a wooden spoon for about 3-4 minutes, until the consistency resembles wet sand.
- Add the remaining ½ cup (75g) diced onion, the celery, and the okra to the pot and cook for 4-5 minutes, until the onion is semi-translucent.
- Add the remaining 4 cloves of minced garlic and the green bell pepper and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant.
- Add the remaining teaspoon of vegan Worcestershire sauce, ½ teaspoon liquid smoke, 1 teaspoon thyme, ½ teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon paprika, ¼ teaspoon cayenne, and ½ teaspoon pepper and cook for 4 more minutes, until the spices are fragrant.
- Add the crushed tomatoes and stir until combined. Then, add the red beans and add the remaining 3½ cups (840ml) vegetable broth and stir until well combined. Simmer on low heat for 30 minutes, stirring from time to time, until the gumbo has thickened.
- Season with salt to taste. Then, add the meatballs and stir to incorporate.
- Serve over rice and garnish with parsley.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1090 calories, Carbohydrate 113 grams, Fat 76 grams, Fiber 17 grams, Protein 31 grams, Sugar 16 grams
VEGETARIAN GUMBO
This meatless gumbo has a distinct Louisiana flavor, thanks to the roux, Creole seasoning and the "holy trinity" of Creole cooking (onion, celery, bell pepper). Gumbo is traditionally made with a variety of smoked meats and seafood, but this version gets an added bit of smokiness from an optional splash of liquid smoke. Here, the okra is roasted in the oven before being added to the pot, which eliminates the gooey-ness. There is also no skimping on vegetables in this gumbo, and the red lentils thicken it while adding protein. Serving this gumbo over white rice helps make it a complete meal.
Provided by Vallery Lomas
Categories dinner, soups and stews, main course
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Place the frozen okra in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet, breaking up any large clumps, and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Roast, until cooked through and just starting to brown, about 15 to 20 minutes.
- As okra roasts, prepare the roux: Melt the butter in a cast-iron skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. (Either vessel will help evenly distribute the heat for a better roux.) If using vegetable oil, simply heat over medium. Using a heatproof rubber spatula or wooden spoon, mix the flour into the fat. Stir continuously, making sure to scrape the bottom of the pot so the roux does not burn (a burned roux cannot be saved), until the roux transforms from pale to peanut butter to a rich cinnamon color, about 7 minutes. Remove the roux from the heat and set aside. (Pull the pot from the heat just as the desired color is reached; the retained heat will continue to cook the roux slightly.)
- Add the olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Add the celery and bell pepper, and cook until softened, another 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Lastly, add the Creole and Old Bay seasonings, and stir so that they coat the vegetables and are lightly toasted, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, stock and lentils. Bring the ingredients to a boil, then reduce the heat to a light simmer. Cover and allow the lentils to cook undisturbed for 15 minutes. (Add more water or stock if needed.)
- Add the okra and cook uncovered until softened, another 5 minutes. Stir in the hot sauce, and the liquid smoke, if using. Give the cooled roux a good stir and add it to the pot, making sure to mix it in thoroughly, then simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning by adding salt, pepper, creole seasoning or hot sauce, if desired. Serve warm over white rice or quinoa.
VEGETARIAN GUMBO
No one will miss the meat in this satisfying stew (it's also vegan!). It starts with a roux and the holy trinity of onion, celery, and bell pepper, then calls for both fresh ingredients (okra and yellow squash) and canned (tomatoes and black-eyed peas).
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Lunch Recipes
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a medium pot, whisk together oil and flour to combine. Cook over medium heat, whisking frequently, until mixture is the color of butterscotch, about 10 minutes.
- Add onion, celery, and bell pepper. Season with salt and cook, stirring, until vegetables soften, about 8 minutes. Add tomatoes and Creole seasoning; cook until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes more.
- Stir in broth, okra, squash, and peas. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes. Serve over rice, sprinkled with scallions.
VEGETABLE GUMBO
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring, until golden, about 3 minutes. Add the onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, 3 tablespoons water and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to medium, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften, about 8 minutes.
- Add the soy sauce and paprika and cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Stir in the vegetable broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot, then cover and bring to a boil.
- Add the greens and black-eyed peas to the pot. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with the rice, if desired.
Tips:
- Use a flavorful vegetable broth. This is the base of your gumbo, so make sure it's packed with flavor. You can use a store-bought vegetable broth or make your own.
- Don't be afraid to add spice. Gumbo is a spicy dish, so don't be afraid to add some heat. Cayenne pepper, paprika, and garlic powder are all great spices to use.
- Cook the vegetables until they're tender. You want the vegetables in your gumbo to be tender, but not mushy. Cook them until they're just starting to soften.
- Add the okra last. Okra is a slimy vegetable, so it's important to add it last. This will help to prevent the gumbo from becoming too slimy.
- Serve the gumbo over rice. Gumbo is traditionally served over rice. This helps to soak up the delicious broth.
Conclusion:
This vegetarian gumbo recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy this classic dish. It's packed with flavor and vegetables, and it's perfect for a weeknight meal. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying soup, give this vegetarian gumbo a try.
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