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Shrimp & Sausage Gumbo

Shrimp & Sausage Gumbo

A delicious Shrimp & Sausage Gumbo that combines rich flavors and textures for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine Cajun, Southern
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Tbsp. unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped seeds and ribs removed
  • 2 stalks celery, finely sliced
  • 12 oz. andouille sausage, sliced into ½" rounds
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 Tbsp. Cajun seasoning without salt
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 (15-oz.) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 lb. medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
  • 3 scallions, sliced
  • Cooked white rice for serving

Instructions
 

  • In a large, deep skillet over medium-low heat, melt butter, then add flour. Cook, stirring constantly, until roux is dark caramel colored, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Add onions, peppers, and celery and cook, stirring, until softened, about 8 minutes. Stir in sausage, garlic, and Cajun seasoning; season with salt and pepper. Stir in broth, tomatoes, and bay leaf and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 1 hour.
  • In the last 6 minutes of cooking, add shrimp. Once shrimp is pink and cooked through, taste and adjust seasonings. Stir in scallions, reserving some for serving.
  • Divide rice among bowls. Spoon gumbo over. Top with reserved scallions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg
Keyword Cajun Food, comfort food, Gumbo, seafood, Shrimp & Sausage Gumbo
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