Shrimp-Crab Gumbo Recipe

Name: Shrimp-Crab Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups vegetable oil; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 9 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth; 2 ½ cups chopped onions; 1 cup chopped green onion; ½ cup chopped celery; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 (10 ounce) candiced tomatoes and green chilies; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 3 lbs unpeeled medium raw shrimp; 1 (16 ounce) container lump crabmeat; ½ cup chopped fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon file powder (optional); hot cooked rice or grits

Servings: persons

1 ½ cups vegetable oil
2 cups all-purpose flour
9 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 ½ cups chopped onions
1 cup chopped green onion
½ cup chopped celery
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 (10 ounce) candiced tomatoes and green chilies
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
3 lbs unpeeled medium raw shrimp
1 (16 ounce) container lump crabmeat
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon file powder (optional)
hot cooked rice or grits

1
Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium heat; gradually whisk in flour, and cook, whisking constantly, until roux is a dark mahogany color (about 30 minutes).
2
Stir in chicken broth and next 6 ingredients; bring to a boil.
3
Reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 3 hours.
4
Peel shrimp, and devein, if desired.
5
Add shrimp to broth mixture; cook, stirring often, 15 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink.
6
Stir in crabmeat and parsley.
7
Remove from heat; stir in file powder, if desired.
8
Serve over rice or grits.

1905

kcal

Calories

100

Fat

Carbs

164

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 ½ cups vegetable oil, 2 cups all-purpose flour, 9 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth, 2 ½ cups chopped onions, and more.

Yes, Shrimp-Crab 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!

Shrimp-Crab Gumbo

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Variations & substitutions

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