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New Orleans Creole Gumbo Recipe

A classic New Orleans Creole Gumbo packed with flavor.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Creole
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Vegetable oil
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 large Onion, chopped
  • 1 large Bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 stalks Celery, chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 pound Andouille sausage, sliced
  • 1 pound Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into chunks
  • 1 quart Chicken stock
  • 2 cups Okra, sliced
  • 2 cups Cooked white rice
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
  • 2 pcs Bay leaves
  • 1 bunch Green onions, chopped
  • 1 bunch Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions 

  1. 1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Gradually stir in the flour, and cook, stirring constantly, until the roux reaches a deep brown color.
  2. 2. Stir in the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic; cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3. Mix in the sausage and chicken, and cook for about 5 minutes.
  4. 4. Gradually stir in the chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, and simmer for 45 minutes.
  5. 5. Stir in the okra, and simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
  6. 6. Season with salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, Creole seasoning, and bay leaves. Simmer for 10 more minutes.
  7. 7. Serve gumbo over cooked white rice, and garnish with green onions and parsley.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 100mg | 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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