Shrimp Gumbo

Name: Shrimp Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb raw shrimp, deveined; 10 ounces okra, sliced; ⅓ cup shortening, melted; ⅔ cup scallion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 ½ teaspoons salt; ½ teaspoon pepper; 2 cups hot water; 1 cup tomatoes, chopped; 2 bay leaves; 6 drops Tabasco sauce; 1 ½ cups rice, cooked

Eats Now Editorial Team · 485 kcal · Seafood

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Shrimp Gumbo – a delicious recipe with shrimp, okra, shortening, scallion, garlic, salt. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

1 lb raw shrimp, deveined
10 ounces okra, sliced
⅓ cup shortening, melted
⅔ cup scallion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 ½ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 cups hot water
1 cup tomatoes, chopped
2 bay leaves
6 drops Tabasco sauce
1 ½ cups rice, cooked

1
Saute okra in shortening about 10 minutes or until okra appears dry, stirring constantly.
2
Add onion, garlic, salt pepper and shrimp.
3
Cook about 5 minutes.
4
Add water, tomatoes and bay leaves.
5
Cover and simmer 20 minutes.
6
Remove bay leaves.
7
Add Tabasco.
8
Place 1/4 cup rice in bottom of 6 soup bowls; fill with gumbo.

485

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb raw shrimp, deveined, 10 ounces okra, sliced, ⅓ cup shortening, melted, ⅔ cup scallion, 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
485 kcal
Category
Seafood

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