LOUISIANA SHRIMP AND EGGS GUMBO

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I was introduced to gumbo by people from Louisiana. They lived in our town for a few years, and taught us Canadians what gumbo is all about....mmmm good and hot! You can make other gumbos the same way using squirrel, rabbit, ham, seafood, chicken, or game.

Provided by lise

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Gumbo Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 19

½ cup vegetable oil
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
4 cups hot water
2 cups chopped celery
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 large tomato, chopped
1 bay leaf
½ teaspoon dried thyme
2 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 hard-cooked eggs
1 cup okra
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
¼ tablespoon cayenne pepper
3 cups cooked white rice

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven or any heavy pan. Stir in flour to make a roux. Cook, stirring constantly, until roux is dark brown; be careful not to burn. Add onion and garlic, and cook until slightly wilted. Whisk in water.
  • Stir in celery, green onions, tomato, green and red peppers, okra, bay leaf, thyme, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Simmer for 1 hour.
  • Add shrimp and hard boiled eggs; simmer 15 to 20 minutes longer. Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve gumbo over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489.7 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Cholesterol 439.8 mg, Fat 23.5 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 335.7 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

Anthony Kgwale
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I made this gumbo for a party, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The shrimp and eggs were cooked perfectly, and the roux was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


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This gumbo was delicious! The shrimp and eggs were cooked perfectly, and the vegetables were tender. The roux was also very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy gumbo.


Tasha Olivia
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I'm not a huge gumbo fan, but this recipe changed my mind. The flavors were so well-balanced, and the shrimp and eggs were cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rutalo Hassan
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This gumbo was so easy to make, and it turned out so delicious! The shrimp and eggs were cooked perfectly, and the roux was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Tim Higgins
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I've made this gumbo several times now, and it's always a hit. The flavors are amazing, and the shrimp and eggs are always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!


Tazz James
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This gumbo was delicious! The shrimp and eggs were cooked perfectly, and the vegetables were tender. The roux was also very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy gumbo.


Paa King
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I made this gumbo for a party, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The shrimp and eggs were cooked perfectly, and the roux was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Yasir Jutt
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This gumbo was easy to make and turned out great. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the ingredients were easy to find. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy gumbo.


Sae Kojo
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I'm not a big fan of gumbo, but this recipe changed my mind. The flavors were so well-balanced, and the shrimp and eggs were cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.


sajib wahid
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I'm from Louisiana, and this gumbo is as authentic as it gets. The roux was perfect, and the vegetables were cooked just right. The shrimp and eggs added a delicious richness to the dish.


Rock Maina
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This gumbo was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and complex, and the shrimp and eggs were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.