Seafood Gumbo(Serves 12 Generously) Recipe

Name: Seafood Gumbo(Serves 12 Generously)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. flour; 1/2 c. bacon drippings; 1 heaping Tbsp. fresh ground file; 2 cloves garlic, finely minced; 2 c. chopped celery; 1 c. chopped green onions (tops and bottoms); 1 c. chopped white onions; 2 c. okra (optional); 6 c. chicken stock; 6 c. hot water; salt, black and red pepper to taste; 3 lb. raw shrimp; 1 lb. fresh lump crabmeat; 2 (6 1/2 oz.) cans claw crabmeat (optional); 2 pt. oysters and juice; 3 Tbsp. fresh ground file

Servings: persons

1/2 c. flour
1/2 c. bacon drippings
1 heaping Tbsp. fresh ground file
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
2 c. chopped celery
1 c. chopped green onions (tops and bottoms)
1 c. chopped white onions
2 c. okra (optional)
6 c. chicken stock
6 c. hot water
salt, black and red pepper to taste
3 lb. raw shrimp
1 lb. fresh lump crabmeat
2 (6 1/2 oz.) cans claw crabmeat (optional)
2 pt. oysters and juice
3 Tbsp. fresh ground file

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["Make a roux of flour and bacon drippings in a heavy iron pot. Cook over medium heat and stir constantly until a rich brown color.", "Add 1 heaping tablespoonful of fresh ground file right before you remove roux from heat, stirring constantly, until roux and file are well blended.", "Then to the roux and file", "mixture, add garlic, celery and onions.", "Cook over low heat for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring often until greens are wilted.", "If using okra, fresh or frozen, cook in a small amount of fat in a separate skillet until all the ""string"" is gone.", "Add okra to greens and cook together, about 10 minutes.", "Add chicken stock and hot water. Season to taste with salt, black and red pepper.", "Simmer slowly for about 1 hour.", "Add shrimp and crabmeat.", "Simmer slowly about 30 minutes.", "Add oysters and juice; cook about 10 to 15 minutes longer.", "Add 3 tablespoons fresh file and serve over hot rice."]

1272

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

210

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. flour, 1/2 c. bacon drippings, 1 heaping Tbsp. fresh ground file, 2 cloves garlic, finely minced, and more.

Yes, Seafood Gumbo(Serves 12 Generously) 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.

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Seafood Gumbo(Serves 12 Generously)

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