Oyster Gumbo

Name: Oyster Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 doz. oysters; 2 Tbsp. shortening or butter; 2 Tbsp. flour; 1 bay leaf, crushed; 1 sprig each: thyme and parsley, minced; 1 qt. hot water; 2 Tbsp. file; 2 qt. oyster liquor; 1 large onion, chopped; salt and pepper to taste

Eats Now Editorial Team · 88 kcal · Seafood

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Oyster Gumbo – a delicious recipe with oysters, shortening, flour, bay leaf, thyme, water. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

4 doz. oysters
2 Tbsp. shortening or butter
2 Tbsp. flour
1 bay leaf, crushed
1 sprig each: thyme and parsley, minced
1 qt. hot water
2 Tbsp. file
2 qt. oyster liquor
1 large onion, chopped
salt and pepper to taste

1
In a heavy pan, make a roux with shortening and flour.
2
When quite brown, add chopped onion and parsley.
3
Cook slowly until onion is well browned and very soft.
4
Add bay leaf, thyme and hot oyster liquor, then add hot water.
5
Simmer about 15 minutes.
6
Add drained oysters and continue cooking 5 minutes more.
7
Remove from heat and gradually stir in 2 tablespoons file.
8
Serve immediately over cooked rice in soup bowl.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 doz. oysters, 2 Tbsp. shortening or butter, 2 Tbsp. flour, 1 bay leaf, crushed, and more.

Yes, Oyster 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
88 kcal
Category
Seafood

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