Best 2 Easy Gumbo Soup Recipes

If you're looking for a hearty and flavorful soup that's perfect for a chilly day, easy gumbo soup is the way to go. This classic Creole dish is made with a flavorful broth, tender chicken, and a variety of vegetables. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your taste preferences, making it a perfect meal for any occasion. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this guide will provide you with the steps and tips you need to create a delicious and satisfying bowl of gumbo soup.

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EASY GUMBO SOUP

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This thick gumbo soup combines smoked sausage, chicken, tomatoes, rice, and okra for a delicious and hearty meal. It's great to serve with cornbread muffins or garlic toast.

Provided by westvalleyval

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Gumbo Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
5 cloves garlic, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
2 red bell peppers, seeded and chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon Creole seasoning (such as Tony Chachere's®), or more to taste
ground black pepper to taste
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken stock
2 cups water
1 cup uncooked instant rice (such as Minute®)
16 ounces frozen cut okra
14 ounces smoked kielbasa sausage, halved and sliced thinly
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 dash hot sauce, or to taste
1 pound shredded cooked chicken

Steps:

Heat vegetable oil over medium heat in a large stock pot. Add garlic, celery, bell peppers, onion, oregano, Creole seasoning, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 10 minutes.
Sprinkle flour over vegetable mixture and mix well. Cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
Pour in chicken stock, water, rice, okra, sausage, tomatoes, and hot sauce. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until sausage is heated through and vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in cooked chicken and heat through, about 5 minutes more. Adjust seasonings to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 78.3 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 862.1 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

EASY GUMBO (OKRA SOUP)

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This is not your typical Southern gumbo. The inspiration comes from somewhere else. There are different variations of the same kind of food all over the world. This one is inspired by West African okra soup, but is also closer to the Southern gumbo variation. Serve with polenta, semolina, or even rice.

Provided by Purpley

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Gumbo Recipes

Time 48m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
¾ cup chopped grape tomatoes, or to taste
½ cup tomato paste
¼ cup crushed tomatoes
1 cup water
11 okra pods, finely chopped, or more to taste
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon instant chicken bouillon granules
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 cups shredded cooked chicken

Steps:

Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until slightly softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in grape tomatoes; cook until they begin to release their juices, about 2 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and crushed tomatoes. Cover and cook until fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Remove saucepan from heat. Add water, okra pods, red pepper flakes, chicken bouillon, salt, and curry powder.
Return saucepan to medium heat; simmer soup for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in shredded chicken. Simmer until okra is soft and chicken is heated through, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 54.8 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 1489.1 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

Tips:

Use a variety of meats and seafood. This will give your gumbo a richer, more complex flavor. Chicken, sausage, shrimp, and crab are all popular choices.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables. The holy trinity (celery, onion, and bell pepper) is a classic gumbo ingredient, but you can also add other vegetables like okra, tomatoes, and corn.
Use a good quality stock. The stock is the base of your gumbo, so it's important to use a good one. You can use chicken stock, seafood stock, or vegetable stock.
Simmer your gumbo for at least an hour. This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop.
Serve your gumbo with rice. Rice is the traditional accompaniment to gumbo, but you can also serve it with pasta or bread.

Conclusion:

Gumbo is a delicious and versatile soup that can be made with a variety of ingredients. With a little planning and effort, you can make a gumbo that your family and friends will love. So what are you waiting for? Get cooking!