Description
A soul-warming Louisiana Seafood Gumbo loaded with smoky andouille sausage, tender shrimp, and sweet crab meat. Simmered in a rich dark roux and Southern spices, this comforting stew is a taste of the Gulf Coast in every spoonful.
Ingredients
1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup lump crab meat
¾ cup vegetable oil
¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 large onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups chicken or seafood stock
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
4 cups cooked white rice (for serving)
Instructions
1. In a large Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Gradually whisk in the flour and stir constantly for 20–30 minutes until the roux is dark brown, like chocolate.
2. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery to the roux and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
3. Slowly add the stock while stirring. Mix in Cajun seasoning, bay leaves, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
4. Stir in the sliced andouille sausage. Simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes to develop flavor.
5. Add shrimp and crab meat during the last 10–15 minutes. Cook until the shrimp are pink and firm.
6. Remove bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Stir in green onions and parsley before serving.
7. Serve hot over white rice with hot sauce and crusty bread if desired.
Notes
Stir constantly when making the roux to avoid burning—it’s the foundation of flavor.
For extra authenticity, add a teaspoon of filé powder or sliced okra.
If making ahead, add seafood just before reheating to keep it fresh and tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1080mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: gumbo, seafood, Louisiana, Cajun stew, shrimp, crab, Southern comfort food