Description
Warm up your chilly evenings with this Comforting Shrimp + Sausage Gumbo, where tender shrimp meets smoky sausage in a rich, aromatic broth. Perfect for gatherings, this dish is not only flavorful but also a delightful way to create cherished memories with loved ones. Dive into a bowl of this hearty gumbo that brings warmth and joy to any dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh or thawed shrimp
- 12 oz Andouille smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mix of green, red, yellow)
- 1 cup diced sweet onion
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 14 oz can diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup okra (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions and parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Dice the bell peppers, onion, and celery; mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onions until translucent.
- Add sliced smoked sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in equal parts flour to create a roux; cook until golden brown while stirring constantly.
- Mix in bell peppers, celery, garlic, Cajun seasoning, diced tomatoes, and okra (if using). Cook for about 5 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve hot over rice or enjoy it on its own!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg