Gumbo Crecent City Seafood Gumbo Recipe

Name: Gumbo Crecent City Seafood Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: shells tails and onion skins 2 lbs shrimp; ½ cup chopped onion; ¼ cup chopped celery; 2 garlic cloves, cracked; 1 lemon, sliced; 2 bay leaves; 3 sprigs fresh thyme; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns; 10 cups water; 2 lbs shrimp, peeled and de-veined; 12 yellow onion, chopped; 1 lb okra, cut into 1/4 inch slices; ½ cup canola oil, plus 2 tablespoons; ¾ cup all-purpose flour; 1 stalk celery, chopped; 12 green bell pepper, chopped; 0.5 (8 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leave; 1 bay leaf; 8 cups shrimp stock; 1 garlic clove; kosher salt; fresh ground black pepper; Tabasco sauce; ⅓ cup chopped green onion

Servings: persons

shells tails and onion skins 2 lbs shrimp
½ cup chopped onion
¼ cup chopped celery
2 garlic cloves, cracked
1 lemon, sliced
2 bay leaves
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
10 cups water
2 lbs shrimp, peeled and de-veined
12 yellow onion, chopped
1 lb okra, cut into 1/4 inch slices
½ cup canola oil, plus 2 tablespoons
¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 stalk celery, chopped
12 green bell pepper, chopped
0.5 (8 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leave
1 bay leaf
8 cups shrimp stock
1 garlic clove
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
Tabasco sauce
⅓ cup chopped green onion

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For the shrimp stock:.
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Place all ingredients in a large stock pot and bring to a boil.
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Reduce to a low simmer and cook uncovered for about 45 minutes, skimming off any foam that forms on the surface.
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It should cook down to about 8 cups Freeze if you are not using it right away.
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For the seafood gumbo:.
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1.
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Heat the 2 tablespoons of oil in a large saucepan and add the okra.
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Cook until lightly browned.
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Drain on paper towels.
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2.
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In a large, heavy bottomed stock pot over medium heat, add the 1/2 cup oil and flour and make a roux.
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I like to use a deep pot to reduce the chance of splattering the searing hot oil on myself.
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The roux will take time, maybe about 45 minutes of constant stirring with the longest wooden spoon you have until it is the color of milk chocolate.
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Dont rush it or you could burn the flour.
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If it looks speckled, it is ruined and you must start over.
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Hey nobody said this would be easy.
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3.
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Add the onion and continue to cook and stir until it is the color of dark chocolate.
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Add the celery and bell pepper and saute for about 5 minutes then add the crabs, tomatoes, fried okra, thyme, bay leaf, garlic, Worcestershire sauce and shrimp stock.
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Season to taste with salt, pepper and Tabasco.
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Simmer for 45 minutes then add the shrimp and green onions.
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Serve over cooked rice.

1421

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

184

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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

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

You need 26 ingredients. The key ingredients include: shells tails and onion skins 2 lbs shrimp, ½ cup chopped onion, ¼ cup chopped celery, 2 garlic cloves, cracked, and more.

Yes, Gumbo Crecent City 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!

Gumbo Crecent City Seafood Gumbo

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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