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Sausage and Shrimp Gumbo

A classic Southern dish, sausage and shrimp gumbo is a hearty one-pot meal filled with rich flavors, perfect for gatherings or a comforting dinner at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced Use high-quality smoked sausage for better flavor.
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh shrimp is recommended.
  • 1 cup onion, diced
  • 1 cup green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups okra, sliced Fresh okra is preferred; frozen okra is an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Adjust to taste for spice level.
  • 2 bay leaves
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • as needed Cooked rice, for serving
  • as needed Chopped green onions, for garnish Add for a fresh touch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced smoked sausage to the pot and cook until browned.
  3. Sauté the diced onion, green bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic until the vegetables are tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced tomatoes, okra, Cajun seasoning, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
  3. After 30 minutes, add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 5 minutes.
  4. Serve the gumbo over cooked rice and garnish with chopped green onions.

Notes

Gumbo can be spiced to personal taste. Leftovers taste even better the next day. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 3 months.