Follow these steps for perfect results
onion
chopped
green bell pepper
chopped
water
diced tomatoes
garlic
minced
dried rosemary
crushed
paprika
pepper
water
long grain and wild rice mix
quick-cooking
shrimp
frozen, peeled and deveined
hot pepper sauce
bottled
Chop the onion and green bell pepper.
Combine onion, green pepper, and 1/4 cup water in a large saucepan.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat.
Cover and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Add undrained diced tomatoes, minced garlic, dried rosemary, paprika, and pepper to the onion mixture.
Stir in 1 1/2 cups of water and both packets from the rice mix.
Bring the mixture to a boil.
Add the frozen shrimp.
Return to a boil, then reduce heat.
Cover and simmer for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the shrimp turn pink.
Ladle the gumbo into individual soup bowls.
Pass the hot pepper sauce for serving.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of hot pepper sauce to your taste.
For a thicker gumbo, add a tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with water near the end of cooking.
Serve with a side of crusty bread.
Everything you need to know before you start
10 minutes
Can be made a day ahead and reheated.
Garnish with fresh parsley or a lemon wedge.
Serve with cornbread.
Serve with a side salad.
Pairs well with the spice and seafood.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Gumbo is a staple dish in Louisiana cuisine.
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