Shrimp And Okra Gumbo Recipe

Name: Shrimp And Okra Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. fresh peeled shrimp; 2 c. fresh diced okra; 2 Tbsp. oil; 1 stick margarine; 4 Tbsp. flour; 1 onion; Creole seasoning to taste; 1 bell pepper; 2 sticks celery; 2 cloves garlic; 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce; 1 Tbsp. chopped scallion (small green onions)

Servings: persons

2 lb. fresh peeled shrimp
2 c. fresh diced okra
2 Tbsp. oil
1 stick margarine
4 Tbsp. flour
1 onion
Creole seasoning to taste
1 bell pepper
2 sticks celery
2 cloves garlic
1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 Tbsp. chopped scallion (small green onions)

1
Fry fresh okra in 2 tablespoons of oil for 10 minutes, stirring constantly so as not to burn.
2
Use an aluminum Dutch oven, not a black iron pot.
3
Remove okra and set aside.
4
Add margarine and flour.
5
Make a roux in the same pot.
6
Chop all vegetables.
7
Add them and the okra.
8
Cook for 5 minutes until wilted.
9
Add 3 quarts of water and Worcestershire sauce.
10
Cook 1 to 2 hours.
11
Then add shrimp and cook 30 minutes or until tender, seasoning to taste with Creole seasoning.
12
Serve with boiled rice in a soup plate and garnish with onion tops and sprinkling of file.

377

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. fresh peeled shrimp, 2 c. fresh diced okra, 2 Tbsp. oil, 1 stick margarine, and more.

Yes, Shrimp And Okra 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.

Shrimp And Okra Gumbo

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