Gumbo File

Name: Gumbo File
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. shrimp, cleaned; 2 doz. oysters; 1 small young hen; 1/2 lb. hot sausage; 2 onions, finely chopped; 6 cloves garlic; 2 green peppers; 6 fresh tomatoes; 1 lb. crab meat; 6 Tbsp. parsley; 1/2 c. bacon fat; 1/2 tsp. sugar; 4 Tbsp. flour; 4 Tbsp. file; 1 1/2 to 2 qt. water; 4 sprigs thyme; salt, pepper and cayenne to taste

Eats Now Editorial Team · 414 kcal · Seafood

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Gumbo File – a delicious recipe with shrimp, oysters, young hen, hot sausage, onions, garlic. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

1 lb. shrimp, cleaned
2 doz. oysters
1 small young hen
1/2 lb. hot sausage
2 onions, finely chopped
6 cloves garlic
2 green peppers
6 fresh tomatoes
1 lb. crab meat
6 Tbsp. parsley
1/2 c. bacon fat
1/2 tsp. sugar
4 Tbsp. flour
4 Tbsp. file
1 1/2 to 2 qt. water
4 sprigs thyme
salt, pepper and cayenne to taste

1
Fry chicken until partially done.
2
Add sausage, crab meat, onions, garlic, green peppers and parsley.
3
Fry for 2 minutes.
4
Add flour and brown.
5
Add water, tomatoes and sugar; boil for 15 minutes.
6
Add shrimp and cook 10 minutes.
7
Add oysters and cook for 5 minutes.
8
Remove from heat.
9
Add file and keep top off pot until served.
10
Serve over rice.

414

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* 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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. shrimp, cleaned, 2 doz. oysters, 1 small young hen, 1/2 lb. hot sausage, and more.

Yes, Gumbo File 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
414 kcal
Category
Seafood

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