Crab Gumbo

Name: Crab Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 to 8 crabs; 4 Tbsp. oil, divided; 2 Tbsp. flour; 3 c. chopped okra; 2 onions; 1/2 lb. or 1 can shrimp; 2 cans tomatoes or 1 can tomato paste; 3 cloves garlic; 1 bay leaf; salt to taste; 1/2 pt. oysters (optional); liquid crab boil

Eats Now Editorial Team · 275 kcal · Seafood

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Crab Gumbo – a delicious recipe with crabs, oil, flour, okra, onions, shrimp. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

6 to 8 crabs
4 Tbsp. oil, divided
2 Tbsp. flour
3 c. chopped okra
2 onions
1/2 lb. or 1 can shrimp
2 cans tomatoes or 1 can tomato paste
3 cloves garlic
1 bay leaf
salt to taste
1/2 pt. oysters (optional)
liquid crab boil

1
Boil crabs in approximately 3 quarts water for about 15 minutes.
2
Make dark roux by browning flour in 2 tablespoons oil; set aside.
3
Smother okra in 2 tablespoons oil, adding tomatoes when okra is nearly cooked.
4
Add all ingredients to boiling crabs. Cover and cook slowly 30 minutes.
5
Add liquid crab boil to taste.

275

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 to 8 crabs, 4 Tbsp. oil, divided, 2 Tbsp. flour, 3 c. chopped okra, and more.

Yes, Crab Gumbo falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
275 kcal
Category
Seafood

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