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Louisiana Seafood Gumbo

Louisiana Seafood Gumbo

Get ready to savor the rich flavors of the South with this Louisiana Seafood Gumbo, a soul-warming Creole classic. This dish features succulent shrimp, tender crab, smoky andouille sausage, and the deep flavor of a perfectly browned roux. Slow-simmered with the holy trinity of onion, bell pepper, and celery, plus okra for a natural thickener, it’s a comforting stew that’s perfect for cozy dinners, family gatherings, or holiday meals. Serve it over fluffy white rice for an authentic Southern experience that’s as hearty as it is flavorful. This easy recipe is perfect for those searching for comfort food ideas, quick dinner inspiration, Southern recipes, and hearty seafood meals.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Creole, Southern
Servings 6 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cutting Board and Knife

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 oz andouille sausage, sliced
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 2 cups okra, sliced
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 0.5 lb crab meat
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Cooked white rice for serving

Instructions
 

  • In a heavy-bottomed pot, combine flour and oil over medium heat. Stir constantly to create a dark brown roux.
  • Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook until softened and aromatic.
  • Stir in garlic and sliced sausage, allowing the sausage to brown slightly.
  • Slowly pour in chicken stock and season with Cajun seasoning, paprika, cayenne, salt, and black pepper.
  • Simmer the mixture for 15 minutes, then add okra and cook for another 10 minutes.
  • Add shrimp and crab meat. Cook until the seafood is opaque and tender.
  • Simmer for an additional 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to develop flavors.
  • Serve hot over white rice, garnished with parsley or green onions if desired.

Notes

1. For the best flavor, make the gumbo a day in advance and reheat gently before serving.
2. Use fresh seafood whenever possible, but frozen works if thawed properly.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 32gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 980mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 15mg
Keyword comfort food, Creole recipe, easy dinner, Louisiana gumbo, seafood gumbo
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