Nell'S Gumbo Recipe

Name: Nell'S Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. oil; 1 c. flour; 1 small head cabbage; dried onions or 3 large; 1 stalk celery; 1 bell pepper; 1 qt. tomatoes; 1 pt. okra; 2 gal. water (may use tomato juice); 2 gal. shrimp, peeled; 2 lb. crabmeat; gumbo file; rice; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 c. oil
1 c. flour
1 small head cabbage
dried onions or 3 large
1 stalk celery
1 bell pepper
1 qt. tomatoes
1 pt. okra
2 gal. water (may use tomato juice)
2 gal. shrimp, peeled
2 lb. crabmeat
gumbo file
rice
salt and pepper

1
Make roux using hot oil; add flour.
2
Stir until color of copper penny.
3
Add vegetables, except tomatoes and okra.
4
Cook until onions are transparent.
5
Add the water; let simmer at least 1 hour.
6
Add shrimp.
7
After 10 minutes, add crabmeat.
8
Salt to taste; add pepper.
9
Add chopped okra and tomatoes.
10
Cook for at least 20 minutes.
11
When ready to serve, add gumbo file to individual bowls (about 1/2 teaspoon).
12
Pour gumbo in bowl and serve with rice.

549

kcal

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Fat

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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. oil, 1 c. flour, 1 small head cabbage, dried onions or 3 large, and more.

Yes, Nell'S 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!

Nell'S Gumbo

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Variations & substitutions

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