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Delicious Seafood Gumbo with Crab, Shrimp, and Sausage served in a bowl

Seafood Gumbo with Crab, Shrimp & Sausage

A hearty blend of crab, shrimp, and sausage in a savory broth, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Seafood Ingredients
  • 1 lb crab (lump crab meat works best)
  • 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 1 lb sausage (Andouille or your favorite smoked variety)
Base Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large onion (chopped)
  • 1 medium bell pepper (chopped)
  • 3 stalks celery (chopped)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
Liquid Ingredients
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
Seasoning Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun spice blend
  • 1 leaf bay leaf
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Vegetables
  • 2 cups okra (fresh or frozen)
Garnishes
  • to taste Chopped green onions
  • to taste Fresh parsley

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  2. Gradually whisk in the flour, stirring constantly until the mixture turns a dark brown color, reminiscent of chocolate (about 20-30 minutes).
Cooking Vegetables
  1. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the veggies begin to soften.
Simmering
  1. Slowly pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
  2. Add the diced tomatoes, bay leaf, and Cajun spice blend. Bring to a gentle boil.
  3. Toss in the sausage and okra. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 30 minutes.
Adding Seafood
  1. After 30 minutes, add in the crab and shrimp, cooking for an additional 5-10 minutes until the seafood is cooked through.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Ladle the gumbo into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions and fresh parsley.
  2. Serve hot on its own or with a side of warm, crusty bread.

Notes

Feel free to switch up the seafood according to your preference. Pair with a light salad or cornbread for an authentic Southern flair. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.