HAM HOCK GUMBO
Make and share this ham hock gumbo recipe from Food.com.
Provided by crazymom
Categories Gumbo
Time 3h30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine the oil and flour in a large cast-iron or enameled cast-iron Dutch oven, over medium heat.
- Stirring slowly and constantly for 20 to 25 minutes, make a dark brown roux, the color of chocolate.
- Add the onions, celery, and bell peppers and continue to stir for 4 to 5 minutes, or until wilted.
- Add the cabbage and continue to saute for 2 minutes.
- Add the ham hocks, salt, cayenne, and bay leaves.
- Continue to stir for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add the stock and Essence.
- Stir until the roux mixture and stock are well combined.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium to low.
- Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 2 1/2 hours.
- Skim off any fat that rises to the surface.
- Continue to simmer for 30 minutes.
- Remove from the heat.
- Stir in the parsley, green onions, and file powder.
- Remove the bay leaves and ham hocks.
- Shred the meat from the hocks and place the meat back into the gumbo.
- Serve in deep bowls with the rice.
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Shirley Romeo
romeo.shirley56@hotmail.comI love this gumbo recipe! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. I usually add a few extra vegetables, like corn and bell peppers, but that's just my personal preference.
nato kashia
nato99@gmail.comThis gumbo was okay. It wasn't the best gumbo I've ever had, but it wasn't the worst either. The ham hocks were a bit dry, but the vegetables were cooked well.
Arman Zia Khattak
z_arman@hotmail.frI was disappointed with this gumbo. The ham hocks were tough, and the vegetables were overcooked. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.
Asma Amram
amram.a@yahoo.comThis gumbo was a bit too spicy for my taste, but other than that, it was very good. The ham hocks were tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly.
Amir Suhail
amir_s@yahoo.comI've made this gumbo recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The ham hocks really make the dish, and the vegetables are always cooked perfectly. I usually add a little extra spice, but that's just my personal preference.
M Adeel King
m_k@gmail.comThis gumbo was just okay. The ham hocks were a bit tough, and the vegetables were overcooked. I wouldn't make this again.
Ken Bwalya
bken@hotmail.comThis gumbo was amazing! The flavors were perfect, and the ham hocks were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
Callee Barkley
b-c14@gmail.comThis gumbo was a bit too salty for my taste, but other than that, it was very good. The ham hocks were tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly.
Abubaker Baker
abubaker.b@aol.comI love this gumbo recipe! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. I usually add a few extra vegetables, like corn and bell peppers, but that's just my personal preference.
BIJOY 777
bijoy@yahoo.comThis gumbo was okay. It wasn't the best gumbo I've ever had, but it wasn't the worst either. The ham hocks were a bit dry, but the vegetables were cooked well.
Troll Face
tface@yahoo.comI was disappointed with this gumbo. The ham hocks were tough, and the vegetables were overcooked. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.
SHIYANAND KUMAR
k@yahoo.comThis gumbo was a bit too spicy for my taste, but other than that, it was very good. The ham hocks were tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly.
Sumon Biswas
s_biswas2@gmail.comI've made this gumbo recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The ham hocks really make the dish, and the vegetables are always cooked perfectly. I usually add a little extra spice, but that's just my personal preference.
Arslan Abro
arslan@gmail.comThis was my first time making gumbo, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow, and the gumbo was delicious. I especially loved the crispy okra.
King Saikot
saikot@gmail.comI'm a fan of gumbo, and this recipe did not disappoint. The ham hocks gave the gumbo a nice depth of flavor, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves gumbo.
Paul-Mark
paul-mark@yahoo.comThis ham hock gumbo was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and complex, and the ham hocks added a delicious smokiness. I'll definitely be making this again.