Gumbo Ya Ya Recipe

Name: Gumbo Ya Ya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups unsalted butter; 4 cups all-purpose flour; 2 red bell peppers, diced; 2 green bell peppers, diced; 2 medium yellow onions, diced; 2 stalks celery, diced; 5 quarts chicken stock, heated; 2 tablespoons Creole Seasoning; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon thyme; 1 tablespoon chopped garlic; 2 bay leaves; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced 1/2-inch thick; 1 whole 4-pound chicken, roasted and deboned, cut into 2-inch pieces

Servings: persons

2 cups unsalted butter
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 red bell peppers, diced
2 green bell peppers, diced
2 medium yellow onions, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
5 quarts chicken stock, heated
2 tablespoons Creole Seasoning
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon thyme
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 pound andouille sausage, sliced 1/2-inch thick
1 whole 4-pound chicken, roasted and deboned, cut into 2-inch pieces

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1.
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First you make a roux.
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Melt the butter in a 12-quart stockpot.
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Whisk in the flour and cook until foaming.
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Cook, stirring often, until dark mahogany, about 1 hour.
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2.
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Add the peppers, onion, and celery.
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Cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
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Whisk in the chicken stock (make sure its hot), and bring the mixture to a boil.
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Reduce the heat to simmer.
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Stir in Creole Seasoning, black pepper, crushed red pepper, chili powder, thyme, chopped garlic, bay leaves, and kosher salt.
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Cook, skimming fat as necessary, an additional 45 minutes.
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3.
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Add the andouille and chicken and cook for approximately 15 minutes.
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Taste, and adjust for seasoning.

1561

kcal

Calories

Fat

105

Carbs

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups unsalted butter, 4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 red bell peppers, diced, 2 green bell peppers, diced, and more.

Yes, Gumbo Ya Ya falls under the Soups & Stews 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 Ya Ya

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