Shrimp & Sausage Gumbo
A hearty and flavorful Shrimp & Sausage Gumbo that combines sausage, shrimp, and vegetables in a rich broth.
Equipment
- large deep skillet
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 4 tablespoon 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
Seasonings and Broth
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning without salt
- Kosher salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 15-oz can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 leaf bay leaf
Shrimp and Garnish
- 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 scallions sliced
- Cooked white rice for serving
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- 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.
Notes
Cooking time may vary based on personal preference for thickness of the gumbo.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowlCalories: 633kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 31gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 1400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg
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