How to Make Shrimp Gumbo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shrimp Gumbo is a classic dish that hails from the southern region of the United States, particularly Louisiana. This hearty and flavorful stew is a staple in Creole and Cajun cuisine, and it is known for its rich and aromatic flavors that come from a combination of fresh seafood, vegetables, and a richly seasoned broth.

Shrimp Gumbo is a dish that has a long and storied history, with roots that can be traced back to West African, French, and Spanish culinary traditions. It is a true ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped, or more to taste (Optional)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans Mexican-style stewed tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 ⅓ cups chicken broth
  • 1 (6 ounce) package uncooked long grain and wild rice mix, with seasoning packet
  • 1 (12 ounce) package fully cooked hot Italian sausage, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices
  • 1 pound raw small shrimp, shelled and deveined

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and jalapeno and saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Drain liquid from tomatoes into the stockpot. Place tomatoes on a cutting board, dice, and add to the pot. Add chicken broth, rice mix, and seasoning packet, cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until rice is tender, about 25 minutes.
  • Add sliced sausage and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in shrimp, and cook until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, about 3 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    431 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 162mg
    • Sodium: 1842mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 33mg
    • Calcium: 103mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 691mg