Shrimp Gumbo Recipe

Name: Shrimp Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 c. flour; 2/3 c. oil; 2 c. chopped onion; 1 c. celery, chopped; 1/2 c. green bell pepper, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 c. parsley, chopped; 1/4 c. green onion tops, chopped; 1 1/2 qt. hot water; 2 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. cayenne pepper; 1/2 tsp. pepper; 2 lb. shrimp (raw and peeled); 1/4 c. green onion tops, chopped

Servings: persons

2/3 c. flour
2/3 c. oil
2 c. chopped onion
1 c. celery, chopped
1/2 c. green bell pepper, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 c. parsley, chopped
1/4 c. green onion tops, chopped
1 1/2 qt. hot water
2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp. pepper
2 lb. shrimp (raw and peeled)
1/4 c. green onion tops, chopped

1
Mix the oil and flour together in a 4-cup measure to make a roux.
2
Cook on High for 6 to 7 minutes until dark brown.
3
Stir and cook 30 seconds to 1 minute longer to give good dark color.
4
Add onion, celery and bell pepper to roux in measuring cup.
5
Stir and return to microwave.
6
Saute on High 3 minutes.
7
Add garlic, parsley and green onion to roux.
8
Stir and return to microwave. Saute on High 2 minutes.
9
At this time, if oil has risen to the top, pour off.
10
Slowly add enough hot tap water to bring roux to the 4-cup mark.
11
Stir and you will have a smooth, dark roux. Transfer roux to a 4-quart casserole.
12
Cooking time:
13
12 minutes.

813

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Protein

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 c. flour, 2/3 c. oil, 2 c. chopped onion, 1 c. celery, chopped, and more.

Yes, Shrimp 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 Gumbo

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