Shrimp & Okra Gumbo Recipe Recipe

Name: Shrimp & Okra Gumbo Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tbsp. oil; 4 tbsp. flour; 2 lbs. okra, sliced; 2 cans tomatoes, cut up; 1 bell pepper, chopped; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 1/4 c. minced parsley; 1/4 teaspoon thyme; 1 tbsp. basil; 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 lbs. shrimp, peeled; 2 quarts. water; Salt & pepper to taste

Servings: persons

4 tbsp. oil
4 tbsp. flour
2 lbs. okra, sliced
2 cans tomatoes, cut up
1 bell pepper, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1/4 c. minced parsley
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1 tbsp. basil
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 lbs. shrimp, peeled
2 quarts. water
Salt & pepper to taste

1
Make a good dark roux in a heavy pot with warm oil and flour.
2
Add in water slowly and then okra.
3
Add in all vegetables and seasoning.
4
Cook above ingredients for 30 min to an hour.
5
Add in shrimp but don't over cook.
6
File is not added because okra is a thickener.
7
Gumbo should have thick consistency, somewhere between soup and gravy.
8
Serve with rice in bowl.

471

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tbsp. oil, 4 tbsp. flour, 2 lbs. okra, sliced, 2 cans tomatoes, cut up, and more.

Yes, Shrimp & Okra Gumbo Recipe 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 & Okra Gumbo Recipe

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