Shrimp Gumbo with Andouille Sausage Recipe

Name: Shrimp Gumbo with Andouille Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound medium shrimp in the shell; Salt and pepper; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/2 cups diced onion; 1 cup diced red or green bell pepper; 1/2 cup diced celery; 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 1 cup diced ripe tomato, fresh or canned; 6 ounces smoked andouille sausage, in 1-inch-thick slices; 6 cups shrimp broth or chicken broth; 2 cups chopped okra; 1 tablespoon file powder; 1/2 cup chopped scallions for garnish

Servings: persons

1 pound medium shrimp in the shell
Salt and pepper
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
6 garlic cloves, minced
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups diced onion
1 cup diced red or green bell pepper
1/2 cup diced celery
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 cup diced ripe tomato, fresh or canned
6 ounces smoked andouille sausage, in 1-inch-thick slices
6 cups shrimp broth or chicken broth
2 cups chopped okra
1 tablespoon file powder
1/2 cup chopped scallions for garnish

1
Peel and devein shrimp.
2
Reserve shrimp shells for broth.
3
Season shrimp with salt and pepper, thyme and 1/2 teaspoon garlic.
4
Cover and refrigerate.
5
Make the shrimp broth.
6
Make the gumbo base: In a heavy-bottomed soup pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
7
Add onion, bell pepper and celery and cook briskly, stirring frequently, until lightly browned, about 8 minutes.
8
Sprinkle in flour and stir to combine.
9
Continue cooking for about 5 minutes, stirring, until flour-vegetable mixture is well browned.
10
Add tomato paste, paprika, cayenne and remaining garlic.
11
Cook for 1 minute, stirring well, then add diced tomato and andouille sausage and cook for about 2 minutes.
12
Season mixture generously with salt and pepper.
13
Stir in shrimp broth and reduce heat to medium.
14
With a wooden spoon, scrape bottom of pot to dissolve any browned bits.
15
Simmer for about 25 minutes, until gumbo base thickens somewhat.
16
Taste and adjust salt.
17
(You may prepare gumbo base up to this point several hours ahead; bring it back to a brisk simmer before continuing.)
18
Add okra and let cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
19
Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes more.
20
Turn off heat.
21
Stir in file powder.
22
Serve immediately, sprinkled with scallions, along with steamed rice or cornbread if desired.

1194

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

152

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound medium shrimp in the shell, Salt and pepper, 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme, 6 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Gumbo with Andouille Sausage 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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Shrimp Gumbo with Andouille Sausage

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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