Seafood Gumbo Recipe

Name: Seafood Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. okra; 1 lb. medium shrimp, shelled and deveined; 1 lb. well-picked crabmeat; 1 qt. raw oysters; 3 slices bacon; 1 1/2 qt. chicken stock or water; 2 large tomatoes, peeled and chopped; 3 medium onions, chopped fine; 1 1/2 tsp. cayenne; 1 tsp. salt; 1 1/2 tsp. black pepper

Servings: persons

2 lb. okra
1 lb. medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
1 lb. well-picked crabmeat
1 qt. raw oysters
3 slices bacon
1 1/2 qt. chicken stock or water
2 large tomatoes, peeled and chopped
3 medium onions, chopped fine
1 1/2 tsp. cayenne
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. black pepper

1
Wipe okra with a damp towel.
2
Do not wash it, or it will make the okra too moist.
3
Cut off the stems and discard.
4
Slice the okra into thin rounds.
5
Meanwhile, cook three slices of bacon in a large pot to render the fat.
6
Remove the bacon and reserve for another use.
7
Add the okra rounds to the fat and cover.
8
Cook on a low fire for about 1 1/2 hours, stirring frequently.
9
Add tomato, onion, bell pepper and garlic.
10
Cook, covered, stirring frequently, for about 30 minutes, until vegetables have wilted and the okra has lost its slime.
11
Add stock and bring to a boil.
12
Cover and simmer about two hours.

329

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. okra, 1 lb. medium shrimp, shelled and deveined, 1 lb. well-picked crabmeat, 1 qt. raw oysters, and more.

Yes, Seafood 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.

Seafood Gumbo

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