Best 3 Bang Gumbo Recipes
Bang gumbo, a flavor-packed dish from Louisiana, is a unique variation of the classic gumbo that tantalizes taste buds with its vibrant flavors and textures. This culinary delight, originating from the bustling streets of New Orleans, is a celebration of cultural heritage, combining the best of Creole and Cajun cooking techniques. Bang gumbo stands out from its traditional counterpart with its distinct use of a thick, rich roux that creates a deeply flavorful base, along with the addition of okra, bell peppers, and a variety of meats, seafood, and spices. Embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets behind this exceptional dish and learn how to create an unforgettable bang gumbo experience in your own kitchen.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
FILé GUMBO
Gumbo, the ultimate Cajun food. It's really just a thick stew served with rice, and isn't nearly as difficult or exotic as some TV chefs will make you think it is. Here's the simple, home cooking version my family actually cooks in Louisiana. This recipe uses chicken and sausage, but you can use anything that swims, flies, walks or crawls. Shrimp, alligator, turkey, ham, anything you like. This one is also a filé (sassafras powder) gumbo, which means no okra. If you prefer okra, you can add some, I just don't really like it that much if it's not fried. If you can't find filé in your area, it can be mail ordered, or you can leave it out, but the results will not be as good without it.
Provided by EmmyDuckie
Categories Gumbo
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook chicken if it's not already cooked. Leftovers work fine for this. Set aside.
- Place sausage in a large stockpot over medium high heat, and cook until lightly browned, and some oil is released. Set aside with chicken.
- Add 2 tbsp oil to pot, and saute onion, bell pepper, and celery until soft. Add garlic in the last few minutes. Set vegetables aside with chicken and sausage, wipe stockpot to remove any vegetable pieces.
- Add 1/4 cup oil to pot, and allow to heat over medium until it starts to "shimmer". Add flour, and cook, stirring constantly until the flour and oil mixture takes on a rich brown color. If I'm using sausage or ham, I like to do a chocolate colored roux, for seafood and poultry, I like a caramel color. Use your own judgment.
- When your roux is as you like it, add the chicken broth (You may sub seafood broth, or turkey stock, depending on your ingredients) stir constantly while adding broth to avoid lumps. You should have something resembling a thin gravy.
- Add meats and vegetables back to pot, add cajun seasoning. (I like Tony Chachere's, but you can use any kind you like. If this ingredient is not available in your area, several good ones have been posted to Zaar.).
- Simmer your gumbo for half an hour, or more if you like, keeping the heat low to avoid breaking the roux. This gives time for the flavors to mingle. If you're using a delicate shellfish, like shrimp, add it later in the simmer to avoid toughening it.
- When ready to serve, add hot sauce and filé, stir well, and ladle over a bowl of rice. Keep the filé, hot sauce, and Cajun seasoning out on the table, so diners may add more of any they like. This is wonderful accompanied by a loaf of crusty French bread and a crisp salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 613.1, Fat 52.2, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 80.8, Sodium 1732.5, Carbohydrate 14.2, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 3, Protein 20.3
"BIG EASY" GUMBO
Progresso® broth provides a simple addition to this gumbo that features chicken, sausage and shrimp - a hearty Cajun-style dish for a dinner party.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In 4- to 6-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Gradually stir in flour with whisk; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring constantly, until flour is chocolate colored. (Do not burn mixture.)
- Reduce heat to medium. Stir in onion, bell pepper, celery, Creole seasoning and garlic. Cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Gradually stir in broth. Add chicken, sausage and black-eyed peas. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat; reduce heat to low. Simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in shrimp; cook 5 minutes or just until shrimp are pink.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fat 3, Fiber 2 1/2 g, Protein 45 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 560 mg
BANG BANG SAUCE
A sweet and spicy mayonnaise-based sauce that is good on fried fish, chicken, fried potatoes... almost everything!
Provided by Jeff Sellegren
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine mayonnaise, chili sauce, Sriracha, and rice vinegar in a bowl until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.5 calories, Carbohydrate 3.6 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will give your gumbo the best flavor.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. There are many variations of gumbo, so feel free to add your own personal touch.
- Cook the roux slowly and carefully. This is the key to a good gumbo.
- Add the vegetables and seafood in stages. This will help to prevent them from overcooking.
- Season the gumbo to taste. Use salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste.
- Serve the gumbo over rice. This is the traditional way to eat gumbo.
Conclusion:
Gumbo is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover ingredients and it is also a relatively inexpensive meal to make. If you are looking for a new and exciting dish to try, gumbo is a great option. With its complex flavors and textures, gumbo is sure to please even the most discerning palate.
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