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Classic Shrimp & Sausage Gumbo

A rich and hearty Louisiana gumbo made with smoky sausage, tender shrimp, and a deep, flavorful roux.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Roux
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
Gumbo
  • 12 oz smoked sausage sliced
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth

Equipment

  • Dutch oven or large pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat oil and whisk in flour to make a roux, cooking until dark brown.
  2. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery and cook until softened.
  3. Stir in garlic and sausage and cook briefly.
  4. Add broth and seasonings, then simmer for 30–40 minutes.
  5. Add shrimp in the final minutes and cook until pink.
  6. Serve hot over rice with garnishes.

Notes

Stir the roux constantly to avoid burning. Gumbo tastes even better the next day.