Description
Shrimp and Sausage Gumbo is a heartwarming dish that captures the essence of comfort food. This rich, flavorful gumbo combines tender shrimp with smoky Andouille sausage in a savory broth, enhanced by aromatic spices and fresh vegetables. Perfect for chilly evenings, this recipe brings family and friends together for a memorable dining experience. With its vibrant colors and delightful taste, this gumbo is sure to impress at any gathering. Dive into this culinary adventure and enjoy every comforting spoonful!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 lb Andouille sausage (sliced)
- 1 cup green bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 cup red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted tomatoes
- 4 cups seafood stock or chicken broth
- 1 cup okra (sliced, optional)
- 2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 green onions (chopped, for garnish)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and bell peppers; sauté until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in sliced Andouille sausage and cook until browned (approximately 8 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in canned fire-roasted tomatoes and seafood stock or chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- After about 15 minutes, add shrimp and okra if using; cook until shrimp are pink (3 to 5 minutes).
- Season with cayenne pepper and paprika to taste. Serve hot garnished with green onions and parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg