GUMBO Z'HERBES WITH PERFECT RICE
Gumbo Z'herbes with Perfect Rice
Categories Soup/Stew Blender Leafy Green Pork Rice Vegetable Sauté Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy extra-large pot over medium-high heat. Add ham; sauté until browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer to bowl and reserve. Melt butter in same large pot over medium-high heat. Add leeks and celery. Sauté until vegetables are soft, about 8 minutes. Add green onions, parsley, and garlic. Sauté until onions wilt, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add filé powder, oregano, and cayenne pepper. Stir 3 minutes. Add collard greens, mustard greens, watercress, spinach, and sugar. Toss to combine. Add 2 cups broth. Cover and cook until all greens are tender, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Remove pot from heat.
- Working in batches of 2 cups, puree greens in processor, scraping down sides occasionally. Transfer puree to bowl.
- Heat 10 tablespoons oil in same pot over medium-high heat. Add flour; whisk until smooth. Cook until roux is peanut butter color, whisking often, about 7 minutes. Whisk in remaining 8 cups broth and bring to boil, whisking often. Add greens puree, then ham. Simmer gumbo 10 minutes to blend flavors. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly; chill uncovered until cold, then cover and keep chilled. Rewarm over medium heat before serving.)
- Mound 1/4 cup warm rice in center of each bowl. Ladle gumbo around rice.
- *A powder made from ground sassafras leaves; available in the spice section of some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores.
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Mujahed Kamal (‫مجاهد كمال Mujahed Kamal‬‎)
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of gumbo, but I decided to try this recipe because it looked so good. I'm so glad I did! This gumbo is delicious. The flavors are perfect, and the rice is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
Laraib Imtiaz
[email protected]This gumbo is amazing! I love the way the flavors come together. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. I will definitely be making this again.
William Reagan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of gumbo, but I decided to try this recipe because it looked so good. I'm so glad I did! This gumbo is delicious. The flavors are perfect, and the rice is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
Yar Muhammad
[email protected]This gumbo is so good! The flavors are perfect, and the rice is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
John Dyer
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of gumbo, but I decided to try this recipe because it looked so good. I'm so glad I did! This gumbo is delicious. The flavors are perfect, and the rice is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
Sahil Mikrani
[email protected]This gumbo is amazing! I love the way the flavors come together. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. I will definitely be making this again.
Bash Rash
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of gumbo, but I decided to try this recipe because it looked so good. I'm so glad I did! This gumbo is delicious. The flavors are perfect, and the rice is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
tara brammer
[email protected]This gumbo is so good! The flavors are perfect, and the rice is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
Devin Bourassa
[email protected]I've made this gumbo several times now, and it's always a hit. My family loves it, and I love how easy it is to make. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Husnain Liaquat
[email protected]This gumbo is a winner! It's easy to make, and it's so delicious. I love the way the flavors come together. I will definitely be making this again.
Sheila Zebell
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of gumbo, but I decided to try this recipe because it looked so good. I'm so glad I did! This gumbo is delicious. The flavors are perfect, and the rice is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
Ganidu Herath
[email protected]This gumbo is amazing! I love the way the flavors come together. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. I will definitely be making this again.
quinton sekgaphane
[email protected]I've been looking for a good gumbo recipe for a while, and I'm so glad I found this one. It's the perfect combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again.
Ryan Watton
[email protected]This gumbo is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I love that I can use frozen okra and shrimp, which makes it a great weeknight meal. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Unique_ Boy
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of okra, but I'm so glad I did. The okra adds a wonderful texture and flavor to the gumbo. I will definitely be making this again.
Adeel Razaq
[email protected]This gumbo is absolutely delicious. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it, and I will definitely be making it again soon.
Deep Blades
[email protected]I've tried many gumbo recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The roux is perfect, and the addition of okra and filé powder gives it a unique flavor that I love.
Sandra Benjamin
[email protected]This gumbo is a revelation! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the rice is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.