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Louisiana Seafood Gumbo: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

Louisiana Seafood Gumbo: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

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Experience the soul-warming flavors of Louisiana Seafood Gumbo, a dish designed to bring comfort and joy to your dinner table. This hearty stew is a celebration of bold spices and fresh ingredients, making it perfect for gatherings or cozy weeknights. With its rich roux and a medley of seafood, this gumbo captures the essence of Southern cooking while being entirely adaptable to your taste. Whether you’re a novice cook or a seasoned chef, you’ll find this recipe easy to follow and delightful to serve.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 large green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 stalks celery, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 8 cups seafood stock or chicken stock
  • 1 pound turkey sausage, sliced
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 pound crabmeat
  • Cooked white rice for serving

Instructions

  1. Make the roux: Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Gradually stir in flour and cook until dark brown (20-30 minutes).
  2. Sauté the veggies: Add onion, bell pepper, and celery; cook until softened (5-7 minutes).
  3. Add garlic and seasonings: Stir in garlic, Cajun seasoning, thyme; cook for an additional minute.
  4. Incorporate stock: Pour in seafood or chicken stock while stirring to prevent lumps. Bring to a boil.
  5. Add sausage: Stir in sliced turkey sausage; reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  6. Introduce seafood: Add shrimp and crabmeat; simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes until cooked through.
  7. Final touches: Remove bay leaf and stir in green onions and parsley before serving over rice.

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