Nanny'S Seafood Gumbo 5 Star Family Favorite

Name: Nanny'S Seafood Gumbo 5 Star Family Favorite
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs fresh peeled shrimp; 1 lb crabmeat; 2 (15 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes; 3 stalks celery, chopped; 1 bell pepper, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 4 teaspoons butter; 3 quarts water; 2 cups okra, cut up and cooked; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; salt; pepper; 4 teaspoons cajun seasoning; 1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped; basic roux

Servings: persons

2 lbs fresh peeled shrimp
1 lb crabmeat
2 (15 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 teaspoons butter
3 quarts water
2 cups okra, cut up and cooked
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
salt
pepper
4 teaspoons cajun seasoning
1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped
basic roux

1
To make the Basic Roux: Heat 3/4 cup oil in a iron skillet. When oil is hot, gradually add 1 cup flour, stirring continuously until well mixed. Lower heat and continue to stir until chocolate brown. When roux is chocolate brown remove from skillet and set aside. If it remains in skillet it will continue to cook and get to dark.
2
In a large pot-not a black iron pot-saute onion,celery,bell pepper, garlic and okra in butter for about 10 minutes. Add roux, water and worcestershire.
3
Cook for 1 hour.
4
Add all other ingredients, except for parsley. Cook for 1 more hour.Adjust seasoning if needed- salt and pepper are to taste. Add parsley.
5
Serve over rice.
6
This is better the next day- if there is any left. This says serves 6 - Nanny usually made a double batch.

450

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs fresh peeled shrimp, 1 lb crabmeat, 2 (15 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes, 3 stalks celery, chopped, and more.

Yes, Nanny'S Seafood Gumbo 5 Star Family Favorite 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!