GUMBO Z'HERBES

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Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h30m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons rendered bacon fat
1 ham hock, about 2 pounds, with several 1/2-inch slits cut into it
2 cups chopped onions
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 bay leaves
4 sprigs fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
5 assorted bunches of greens, such as spinach, collards, mustard greens, turnip greens, watercress, chicory, beet tops, carrot tops, or radish tops, washed, rinsed and chopped
1 bunch parsley, chopped
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1/2 small green cabbage, chopped
2 quarts chicken broth or 2 quarts water
Salt and pepper
File powder
Cooked white rice for serving with gumbo

Steps:

  • In a stockpot or large saucepan, heat the bacon fat. Add the ham hock and onions and cook for 10 minutes, until onions are softened and slits in ham hock have begun to open up. Add garlic, bay leaves, thyme, and cayenne pepper and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add chopped greens, parsley, green onions and cabbage and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring frequently, until greens are wilted. Add broth or water and increase heat to high. Bring to a boil, skim surface, and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 2 1/2 hours, until greens are very tender. Season with salt and pepper and add file, to taste, just before serving in large bowls over hot white rice. (Do not allow gumbo to boil after adding the file.)

BUSISIWE Bubu
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I've made this gumbo several times now and it's always a hit. The broth is so flavorful and the seafood is always cooked perfectly. I love that this recipe is so easy to make - it's perfect for a weeknight meal.


osama baloch
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This gumbo was amazing! The flavors were perfect and the seafood was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Saad Saad Gill
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I followed the recipe exactly and my gumbo turned out great! The broth was rich and flavorful, and the seafood was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy gumbo.


Jason Barrant
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This gumbo was delicious! The roux was perfect and the broth was so flavorful. I added some okra and corn to mine, and it was the perfect addition. I'll definitely be making this again.


Riaz Raju
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I've made this gumbo several times now and it's always a hit. The broth is so flavorful and the seafood is always cooked perfectly. I love that this recipe is so easy to make - it's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Nicky pro
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This gumbo was amazing! The flavors were perfect and the seafood was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Shaka Olamide
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I followed the recipe exactly and my gumbo turned out great! The broth was rich and flavorful, and the seafood was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy gumbo.


Jonathan Singh
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This gumbo was delicious! The roux was perfect and the broth was so flavorful. I added some okra and corn to mine, and it was the perfect addition. I'll definitely be making this again.


Mr Laki
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I've made this gumbo several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The broth is so flavorful and the seafood is always cooked perfectly. I love that this recipe is so versatile - you can add or omit ingredients depending on your preferences.


Sheila Baby
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This gumbo was easy to make and turned out great! The instructions were clear and easy to follow. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy gumbo.


Anuoluwapo charles
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I'm not a huge fan of gumbo, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of flavors was perfect and the shrimp was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ahmadbilal Ahmadi
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This gumbo was a hit at my party! Everyone raved about the rich, flavorful broth and the tender seafood. I'll definitely be making this again.