Follow these steps for perfect results
vegetable oil
flour
flour
for thickening
celery
diced
onion
diced
bell pepper
diced
shrimp
peeled
andouille sausage
diced
garlic
chicken stock
clam juice
white wine
tomato sauce
salt
white pepper
thyme
leaves
oregano
cayenne
bay leaf
whole
green scallion
chopped, for garnish
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Make a roux by whisking in flour, a little at a time, into the hot oil. Stir constantly to prevent burning.
Cook the roux until it turns a dark brown color, which may take 10-15 minutes, stirring constantly.
Add celery, onion, and bell pepper to the pot and cook until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
Add garlic and andouille sausage and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Slowly pour in white wine, clam juice, tomato sauce, and chicken stock, stirring to combine.
Season with salt, white pepper, thyme, oregano, cayenne, and bay leaf.
Bring the gumbo to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 20-30 minutes, or until thickened.
Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and are cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Serve the gumbo hot over cooked rice.
Garnish with chopped green scallions.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust cayenne pepper to your preferred spice level.
Serve with hot sauce for extra heat.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be made a day ahead; flavors develop further.
Serve in a deep bowl with a generous portion of rice. Garnish with green onions.
Serve with crusty bread for dipping.
Offer a side salad.
Complements the spice and seafood.
Cleanses the palate.
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A staple dish of Cajun and Creole cuisine.
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