Gumbo Louisiana Style Recipe

Name: Gumbo Louisiana Style Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 stewing chickens; 3 pound smoked sausage (seasoned with salt, pepper, accent, garlic pwdr), sliced in thin pcs; 2 pound crab legs; 2 or possibly 3 cans oysters; 1 c. diced green pepper; 1 c. diced celery; 3 tbsp. garlic pwdr; 2 tbsp. black pepper; 1 teaspoon red pepper; 2 tbsp. salt; 2 tbsp. basil; 2 tbsp. rosemary; 2 tbsp. accent

Servings: persons

2 stewing chickens
3 pound smoked sausage (seasoned with salt, pepper, accent, garlic pwdr), sliced in thin pcs
2 pound crab legs
2 or possibly 3 cans oysters
1 c. diced green pepper
1 c. diced celery
3 tbsp. garlic pwdr
2 tbsp. black pepper
1 teaspoon red pepper
2 tbsp. salt
2 tbsp. basil
2 tbsp. rosemary
2 tbsp. accent

1
Heat oil in heavy skillet till very warm.
2
Add in flour a little at a time stirring constantly till it forms a paste like consistency.
3
Lower heat and continue to stir till dark brown.
4
Don't burn.
5
Turn heat off and continue to stir till mix stops bubbling.
6
In large gumbo pot fill to 1/2 full with water.
7
Add in seasoned chicken, basil, rosemary, green pepper, onion, sausage, crab legs and roux.
8
Bring to full boil stirring to keep roux from sticking to bottom of pot.
9
Reduce heat and simmer till chicken is tender about 2 1/2 hrs.
10
Then add in shrimp, simmer about 1/2 hour longer.
11
Add in oysters cook 5 min more.
12
Serve with cooked rice or possibly crackers.
13
See directions for Roux above.

142

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* 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.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 stewing chickens, 3 pound smoked sausage (seasoned with salt, pepper, accent, garlic pwdr), sliced in thin pcs, 2 pound crab legs, 2 or possibly 3 cans oysters, and more.

Yes, Gumbo Louisiana Style Recipe 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!