SEAFOOD OKRA GUMBO

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I've had this recipe copied in my home recipe file for so long I have no idea now where I even got it from, but it's one of my favorite gumbos. When fresh okra is in season, definitely give this a try.

Provided by Sherri Dodsworth

Categories     Gumbo

Time 5h40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 quart okra, cut into 1/2 in. pieces
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons oil
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
2 quarts water
1 (16 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
2 -3 lbs shrimp
2 bay leaves
2/3 cup oil
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup flour
2 small boiled crabs
2 medium onions, chopped
salt
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
2 celery ribs, chopped
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Peel and devein shrimp. Set aside in refrigerator. Boil shrimp shells in 2 qt: several hours to make a stock. Set aside.
  • In a heavy skillet, heat 2 tbs oil and saute the okra about 1/2 hour. Set aside.
  • In a large (6-8 qt.) heavy Dutch Oven make a dark brown roux with the oil and flour.
  • Add onions, bell pepper, celery, garlic and parsley and saute until tender.
  • Add tomatoes and cook 15 minutes.
  • Add sauteed okra, shrimp stock, crabs (broken into quart leaves, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper and cayenne. Bring to a slow boil and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Add salt to taste.
  • Add the peeled shrimp and continue cooking until the shrimp are done.
  • Serve over steamed rice. This dish is best if cooked a day in advance and left overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.6, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 98, Sodium 570.8, Carbohydrate 12.9, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 3.3, Protein 12.9

Carol Henry
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I will definitely be making this gumbo again!


Hawraa Ahmad
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This gumbo was easy to make and very flavorful.


Life With Punjabi
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I'm not a fan of okra, but this gumbo was delicious!


Nighat Kanwal
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This gumbo was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it.


Simardeep Singh
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I made this gumbo for my family and they loved it! The recipe was easy to follow and the gumbo turned out great.


Qasim khan Qk khan
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This was the best gumbo I've ever had!


Adebayo Taofik
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This gumbo was delicious! The seafood was fresh and flavorful, and the okra added a nice touch of texture. I will definitely be making this again.


SyKo__Killer
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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this gumbo. The okra was cooked perfectly and added a nice texture, and the overall flavor of the gumbo was very good.


Lorad BaHaa
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This gumbo was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. I think I'll try making it again with less cayenne pepper next time.


James Burns
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I've made this gumbo several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The seafood is always cooked perfectly, and the okra adds a delicious flavor and texture.


DINODO GAMER
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This was my first time making gumbo, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow, and the gumbo was delicious. I especially liked the way the okra thickened the gumbo.


Nobi Khan
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I'm a fan of spicy food, so I really enjoyed this gumbo. The seafood was cooked perfectly, and the okra added a nice bit of texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Scott Mckee
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This gumbo was easy to make and very flavorful. I especially liked the addition of okra, which gave the gumbo a nice thick texture.


Zodwa Chiloane
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my gumbo turned out too spicy. I think I'll use less cayenne pepper next time.


pratikshya tiwari
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This is the best gumbo I've ever had! The seafood was cooked to perfection, and the okra added a delicious flavor and texture. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Ayeza Baloch
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I'm not a huge fan of okra, but this gumbo was delicious! The okra was cooked perfectly and didn't have any of the sliminess that I usually associate with it. The overall flavor of the gumbo was also very good.


Ines Ayad
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This gumbo was a hit at my last dinner party! The seafood was fresh and flavorful, and the okra added a nice touch of texture. I will definitely be making this again.