Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 tbsp

vegetable oil

3 tbsp

flour

1 unit

flour

for thickening

0.33 cup

celery

diced

0.33 cup

onion

diced

0.33 cup

bell pepper

diced

0.5 lb

shrimp

peeled

1.5 cup

andouille sausage

diced

5 cloves

garlic

1 cup

chicken stock

0.5 cup

clam juice

0.25 cup

white wine

0.25 cup

tomato sauce

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

white pepper

0.5 tsp

thyme

leaves

0.5 tsp

oregano

0.5 tsp

cayenne

1 unit

bay leaf

whole

1 unit

green scallion

chopped, for garnish

Step 1
~5 min

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~5 min

Make a roux by whisking in flour, a little at a time, into the hot oil. Stir constantly to prevent burning.

Step 3
~5 min

Cook the roux until it turns a dark brown color, which may take 10-15 minutes, stirring constantly.

Step 4
~5 min

Add celery, onion, and bell pepper to the pot and cook until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.

Step 5
~5 min

Add garlic and andouille sausage and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6
~5 min

Slowly pour in white wine, clam juice, tomato sauce, and chicken stock, stirring to combine.

Step 7
~5 min

Season with salt, white pepper, thyme, oregano, cayenne, and bay leaf.

Step 8
~5 min

Bring the gumbo to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 20-30 minutes, or until thickened.

Step 9
~5 min

Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and are cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 10
~5 min

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 11
~5 min

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 12
~5 min

Serve the gumbo hot over cooked rice.

Step 13
~5 min

Garnish with chopped green scallions.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust cayenne pepper to your preferred spice level.

Serve with hot sauce for extra heat.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead; flavors develop further.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread for dipping.

Offer a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Louisiana, USA

Cultural Significance

A staple dish of Cajun and Creole cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Mardi Gras
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Comfort food
Weekend cooking

Popularity Score

70/100

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