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A steaming pot of shrimp gumbo surrounded by fresh ingredients and spices on a rustic kitchen counter

Shrimp Gumbo

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Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound sausage sliced
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat, then whisk in the flour. Cook, stirring constantly, until the roux is a deep brown.
  2. Add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Stir and cook for 5-6 minutes, until vegetables soften.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and tomatoes. Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat.
  4. Add sausage and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in the shrimp and cook until they are pink and cooked through, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Serve gumbo over rice, garnished with fresh parsley. Enjoy with family and friends!