File Gumbo(Servings: 6)

Name: File Gumbo(Servings: 6)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 bunch green onion, chopped; 2 Tbsp. bacon fat; 3 Tbsp. flour; 1 sprig parsley, chopped; 1/2 tsp. thyme; 1 stalk celery, chopped; 1 pt. oyster liquid or fish stock; 2 pt. water; 1 lb. raw shrimp; salt, pepper and cayenne to taste; 2 doz. oysters; 1 lb. blue crab; 1/2 tsp. gumbo file

Eats Now Editorial Team · 210 kcal · Seafood

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File Gumbo(Servings: 6) – a delicious recipe with green onion, bacon fat, flour, parsley, thyme, celery. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

1 bunch green onion, chopped
2 Tbsp. bacon fat
3 Tbsp. flour
1 sprig parsley, chopped
1/2 tsp. thyme
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 pt. oyster liquid or fish stock
2 pt. water
1 lb. raw shrimp
salt, pepper and cayenne to taste
2 doz. oysters
1 lb. blue crab
1/2 tsp. gumbo file

1
Roux:
2
Put 3 tablespoons of olive oil in cast-iron skillet over high heat until start to smoke.
3
Sprinkle in hot oil, while whisking 3 tablespoons of flour.
4
Continue to whisk or roux will burn.
5
Cook until desired darkness of flour.
6
I like a dark roux. Remove from heat and add green onion and salt, pepper and cayenne. Continue to mix.

210

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 bunch green onion, chopped, 2 Tbsp. bacon fat, 3 Tbsp. flour, 1 sprig parsley, chopped, and more.

Yes, File Gumbo(Servings: 6) 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
210 kcal
Category
Seafood

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