When it comes to classic Creole dishes, shrimp and andouille gumbo is a must-try. With its rich and flavorful broth, tender shrimp, smoky andouille sausage, and aromatic vegetables, it's a dish that is sure to satisfy even the most discerning palate. Gumbo is a versatile dish, and there are many different variations on the recipe, each with its unique flavor profile. Whether you prefer a more traditional gumbo with a dark roux or a lighter, more modern version with a blond roux, you're sure to find a recipe that you'll love.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SHRIMP AND ANDOUILLE GUMBO
This recipe can be made with prepared stock, but it makes perfect sense to use the shrimp shells you would otherwise discard to make your own, at a fraction of the cost and 10 times the flavor. Don't worry if you don't have all the herbs; the most important ingredients are the shrimp shells, onion, bay leaf and carrot. The stock will still be good even if it's missing a few components.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 2h5m
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 28
Steps:
- Combine peppers, onions, and celery in a bowl and have ready next to the stove. In a large heavy skillet (cast iron is best) heat oil until it just begins to smoke. Gradually add flour, whisking constantly. Continue whisking constantly and cook over medium to medium-high heat until roux is dark brown and very fragrant. Add vegetable mixture and stir with a wooden spoon, continuing to cook, for 2 minutes. Add salt and dry seasonings and garlic and stir to combine, cooking for another 1 to 2 minutes, then remove pan from heat.
- Place shrimp stock in a large Dutch oven or stockpot and bring to a gentle boil. Gradually add roux mixture to boiling stock, whisking constantly, until completely incorporated and dissolved. Return to a boil and add the andouille, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then add shrimp and turn off heat. Let gumbo sit for 5 minutes to allow shrimp to cook, then serve immediately over a scoop of plain white rice.
- Note: You can do everything in this recipe up to the point of adding the shrimp beforehand; bring gumbo up to a boil before adding shrimp to serve.
- Cooking the roux can be tricky. For safety's sake, wear good oven mitts while whisking (roux can cook to nearly 400 degrees F!) and be very careful not to let it burn on the bottom. If black bits show up in the roux before it is done, you must start over, boo-hoo. If the roux starts to smoke, remove it from the heat for a few minutes and keep whisking?remember that the pan will retain a lot of heat that will continue to cook the roux even off the flame. This is not a quick project! Your patience will be rewarded with a rich, delicious gumbo.
- Peel and de-vein the shrimp and reserve the shells. Refrigerate the shrimp until needed. In a saucepan or stockpot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, carrot, and celery and cook until slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Then, add the shrimp shells and cook, stirring constantly, until shells are pink and fragrant. Add the wine and cook until reduced by half. Add water to the pot to just past the level of the shrimp shells and add peppercorns, bay leaf, and thyme. Bring to a boil and immediately reduce to a simmer. Skim impurities (i.e., scum) from top of stock and simmer for approximately 30 to 45 minutes. Strain stock and reserve.
SHELLFISH AND ANDOUILLE GUMBO WITH SHRIMP, SCALLOPS, CLAMS AND OYSTERS WITH CRISPY OKRA
Steps:
- For the gumbo base: Heat a medium skillet over high heat. Add the andouille and cook until golden brown on both sides. Remove to a plate lined with paper towels. Do not drain. In the same pan, cook the celery, carrots, onion, bell pepper and garlic until soft.
- Melt the butter over medium heat in a large Dutch oven. Gradually add the flour, stirring occasionally. Cook the mixture (roux) until it's a light-caramel color, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add the onion mixture and cook for about 3 minutes, without stirring.
- Bring the stock to a boil in a large saucepan. Whisk in about 6 cups of the stock into the roux mixture. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer, add the andouille sausage and continue simmering for about 20 minutes, add more stock if the mixture is too thick. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- For the seafood: Heat 2 tablespoon of the oil in a large saute pan, over high heat until almost smoking. Season the scallops with salt and pepper and sear the scallops, on one side, until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Remove and set aside on a plate.
- Wipe out the skillet and add the remaining olive oil. Heat over medium-high until almost smoking. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper and cook until just pink, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove and set aside with the scallops.
- Add the scallops, shrimp, oysters and crab to the sauce and continue cooking until oysters are plump and cooked.
- For the Crispy Okra: Heat 2-inches of canola oil in a high sided saute pan over medium heat until it begins to shimmer. Line a baking sheet with paper towels.
- Place the cornmeal in a shallow baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
- Season the okra with salt and pepper and toss in the cornmeal. Fry the okra, in batches, until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon to the baking sheet and season with salt.
- Divide the seafood among 4 shallow bowls, ladle in some of the sauce and sausage and add the honey and garnish with the fried okra and chopped parsley and cilantro.
- In a large saucepan over high heat, heat the oil until amost smoking and saute the shrimp shells and tails, onion, carrot and celery for 5 minutes, stirring. Add the water, wine, tomato and bay leaf. Reduce to medium, partly cover, and simmer 40 minutes.
- Strain though cheesecloth or a fine strainer.
SHRIMP AND ANDOUILLE GUMBO
Provided by Bruce Mattel
Categories Rice Mardi Gras Dinner Sausage Shrimp Bell Pepper Okra Simmer Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 (main-course) servings, about 2 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In 4-quart heavy stock pot over moderately high heat, heat oil. Reduce heat to moderately low and whisk in flour. Cook, stirring frequently with wooden spoon or heatproof silicone spatula, until mixture becomes dark brown and has intensely nutty aroma, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Stir in onion, pepper, and celery and cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables soften, about 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in stock. Raise heat to moderate and bring to simmer, then reduce heat to moderately low and simmer, uncovered, stirring frequently, until mixture has thickened, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Add bay leaves, shrimp, sausage, and okra and simmer, uncovered, until okra is tender, about 15 minutes. Discard bay leaves and stir in salt, cayenne, and black pepper.
- Divide rice among 4 large bowls. Ladle gumbo over, and serve with hot sauce and filé powder for sprinkling on top.
SHRIMP, CHICKEN, AND ANDOUILLE GUMBO
Provided by Jeanne Thiel Kelley
Categories Soup/Stew Chicken Fish Onion Pork Rice Shellfish Tomato Vegetable Christmas Super Bowl Dinner Sausage Seafood Shrimp Tailgating Christmas Eve Bon Appétit Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Heat oil in heavy 13-quart pot over medium-high heat until very hot and almost smoking. Add flour and stir constantly until mixture is dark reddish brown, about 5 minutes. Add chopped onions, chopped bell peppers, and chopped celery and cook until onions are soft and brown, stirring frequently, about 20 minutes. Add garlic and cayenne and stir 2 minutes. Add wine, thyme, and bay leaves; bring to boil, stirring occasionally. Add tomatoes with juice, clam juice, broth, sausage, and chicken; simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes. Add okra and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Do ahead Gumbo base can be made 2 days ahead. Cool slightly. Chill uncovered until cold, then cover and keep chilled. Bring base to simmer before continuing.
- Add shrimp to pot and cook shrimp until just opaque in center, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Season gumbo to taste with salt and pepper. Garnish with minced parsley and serve with steamed rice alongside.
SHRIMP AND ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE GUMBO
Steps:
- Heat oil heavy large Dutch oven over high heat until almost smoking. Add flour and stir until dark red-brown, about 8 minutes. Immediately add celery, onions and bell peppers. Cook 5 minutes, stirring and scraping bottom of pan often. Mix in bay leaves, salt, oregano and cayenne. Add clam juice, canned tomatoes and sausage. Boil 15 minutes. Add okra, reduce heat and simmer until okra is tender, about 15 minutes. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to simmer before continuing.)
- Add shrimp to gumbo and simmer until just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Mound rice in soup bowls. Ladle gumbo over. Sprinkle with tomatoes.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients, especially for the shrimp and andouille sausage. Fresh, plump shrimp and flavorful, spicy andouille sausage will make all the difference in the taste of your gumbo.
- Don't overcrowd the pot when cooking the shrimp. If you add too much shrimp at once, the temperature of the oil will drop and the shrimp will steam instead of fry. Cook the shrimp in batches if necessary.
- Be careful not to overcook the shrimp. Shrimp cooks quickly, so it's important to watch it carefully and remove it from the heat as soon as it's cooked through. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
- Use a good quality stock or broth. The stock or broth is the base of your gumbo, so it's important to use a good one. A rich, flavorful stock or broth will give your gumbo a lot of depth and flavor.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables and spices. There are many different variations of gumbo, so feel free to add your own personal touch. Some popular additions include okra, corn, bell peppers, and celery.
Conclusion:
Shrimp and andouille gumbo is a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a casual meal. It's a great way to use up leftover shrimp and andouille sausage, and it's also a relatively easy dish to make. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious gumbo that will impress your family and friends.
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