Faux Seafood Gumbo Recipe

Name: Faux Seafood Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lb bacon, diced; 2 stalks celery, sliced (1 1/2 cups); 1 medium onion, sliced (1 cup); 1 green pepper, chopped (1 1/2 cups); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves; 1 lb raw large shrimp, peeled and cleaned; 1 lb crabmeat (fresh or frozen); 1 (10 ounce) box frozen okra, thawed and sliced crosswise into 1/2 inch pieces

Servings: persons

12 lb bacon, diced
2 stalks celery, sliced (1 1/2 cups)
1 medium onion, sliced (1 cup)
1 green pepper, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups chicken broth
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 lb raw large shrimp, peeled and cleaned
1 lb crabmeat (fresh or frozen)
1 (10 ounce) box frozen okra, thawed and sliced crosswise into 1/2 inch pieces

1
In a large skillet, over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp.
2
With a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a 4 to 6 quart slow cooker.
3
Discard all but a thin coating of fat from the pan.
4
Add the celery, onion, green pepper and garlic to the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
5
Spoon the vegetables into the cooker and add the broth, tomatoes (with their liquid), Worcestershire, salt and thyme.
6
Cover and cook on low heat for 3 1/2 hours or on high for 1 1/2 hours.
7
Add the shrimp, crabmeat and okra and cook 1/2 hour longer on low heat or 1/4 hour longer on high.
8
Serve with rice.

7710

kcal

Calories

576

Fat

Carbs

569

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lb bacon, diced, 2 stalks celery, sliced (1 1/2 cups), 1 medium onion, sliced (1 cup), 1 green pepper, chopped (1 1/2 cups), and more.

Yes, Faux Seafood 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Faux Seafood Gumbo

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions