Crab Gumbo
Crab Gumbo is an impressive dinner. Made with 1/2 c. cooking oil, 1/2 c. flour, 1 small onion, 1/2 c. celery, chopped and 1/2 bell pepper, chopped, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. A classic recipe that has been enjoyed for generations.
π Recipe adapted from RecipeNLG-Full
Heavy 8 quart pot make a caramel colored brown roux using 1/2 cup cooking oil and 1/2 cup flour.
Add to the roux, cooking until limp the onion, celery, bell pepper, garlic and parsley. Add
6 cups water, can of tomatoes, okra (optional), salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper, bay leaves and thyme. Simmer for about
If it becomes too thick, add more water.
After 1 hour add 1 pound shrimp, crab meat and oysters (optional).
Simmer 30 minutes longer.
Gumbo file (to taste).
Simmer 10 minutes more.
Serve over rice.
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