Vegetable Gumbo With Shrimp Recipe Sandsquish

Name: Vegetable Gumbo With Shrimp Recipe Sandsquish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 slices bacon, diced; 3 cups chopped fresh okra or 1 package (10 ounces) frozen okra, chopped; 1/3 cup each: oil, flour; 1 1/4 cups diced celery; 3/4 cup chopped green onion; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 small each: yellow squash, zucchini, thinly sliced; 2 bay leaves; 1 cup diced green bell pepper; 3 1/2 cups chicken broth; 1/4 cup minced parsley; 1/2 teaspoon each: salt, pepper, thyme; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne or to taste; 1 pound medium peeled deveined shrimp; 3/4 teaspoon file powder, optional; Cooked rice

Servings: persons

6 slices bacon, diced
3 cups chopped fresh okra or 1 package (10 ounces) frozen okra, chopped
1/3 cup each: oil, flour
1 1/4 cups diced celery
3/4 cup chopped green onion
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 small each: yellow squash, zucchini, thinly sliced
2 bay leaves
1 cup diced green bell pepper
3 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup minced parsley
1/2 teaspoon each: salt, pepper, thyme
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon cayenne or to taste
1 pound medium peeled deveined shrimp
3/4 teaspoon file powder, optional
Cooked rice

1
Put diced bacon into 2-quart casserole.
2
Microwave, uncovered, with 650 watts until crisp, about 3 minutes.
3
Remove bacon pieces with slotted spoon; reserve.
4
Add okra; microwave, uncovered, on high, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 7 minutes.
5
Put 1/3 cup oil into 3-quart microproof plastic casserole.
6
Microwave, uncovered, with 650 watts, about 2 to 3 minutes.
7
Stir in flour.
8
Microwave, uncovered, with 650 watts, until color of cinnamon, stirring often, about 7 to 8 minutes.
9
Stir in celery, onions and garlic.
10
Microwave, uncovered, with 650 watts, stirring once, until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.
11
Stir in okra mixture, yellow squash, zucchini, bay leaves and green pepper.
12
Stir in chicken broth, parsley, salt, pepper, thyme, Worcestershire and cayenne.
13
Microwave, covered, with 650 watts, until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally, about 7 to 9 minutes.
14
Stir in bacon pieces and shrimp.
15
Microwave, covered, with 650 watts until shrimp just begin to curl, about 2 to 4 minutes.
16
Stir in file powder.
17
Taste and adjust seasonings.
18
Serve over rice.

812

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

113

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: 6 slices bacon, diced, 3 cups chopped fresh okra or 1 package (10 ounces) frozen okra, chopped, 1/3 cup each: oil, flour, 1 1/4 cups diced celery, and more.

Yes, Vegetable Gumbo With Shrimp Recipe Sandsquish 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!