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Gumbo Recipe

A hearty and flavorful gumbo recipe perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 1 large bell pepper diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lb andouille sausage sliced
  • 1 lb chicken thighs boneless, skinless, cut into chunks
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups okra sliced
  • 2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup green onions chopped
  • 1 cup parsley chopped
  • 6 cups cooked white rice

Instructions 

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Gradually whisk in flour, and cook, whisking constantly, until roux is a deep brown color, about 20-30 minutes.
  2. Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Cook, stirring often, until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
  3. Stir in sausage and chicken, and cook until browned, about 10 minutes.
  4. Gradually stir in chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer, uncovered, for 45 minutes.
  5. Add okra, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
  6. Stir in green onions and parsley. Serve gumbo over cooked white rice.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 1200mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 4mg

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Gumbo
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