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Shrimp Gumbo

"This is a very savory gumbo from Louisiana, that is for those of you who like shrimp! Serve over long grain rice."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 3.0 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (18)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
30 Min
Ready In:
45 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cups chopped okra
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 quarts water
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a large skillet over high heat, add 2 tablespoons oil and flour to the pan, and whisk together quickly. Continue cooking and stirring until a dark roux forms. Stir in shrimp. Cook and stir for a few minutes, until the shrimp turns pink. Set aside.
  2. In another pan, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Stir in okra and onions; cook until okra is tender. Mix in tomatoes. Add water, bay leaf, garlic, salt, red pepper, and the shrimp mixture. Cover, and cook slowly for 30 minutes.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 212 | Total Fat: 8.6g | Cholesterol: 179mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 8, 2007 by Goldilox   view full review
We enjoyed this recipe very much, but with a couple of additions: Joe's cajun seasoning and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 4, 2003 by ARTHURBERTA   view full review
This recipe was very bland and the shrimp was tough after cooking it so long, it was long in...
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2003 by JACKIE2153   view full review
I found this recipe to be VERY bland and watery, and if you add the shrimp at the beginning it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 23, 2008 by Dos Flores   view full review
Because of some of the comments, I added about a teaspoon of straight chili powder, and extra...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 9, 2009 by txcatmagnet Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This is a pretty standard gumbo recipe, but always, always, wait until 5 to 10 minutes before...
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 10, 2008 by Lindsey   view full review
For everyone not from the south.. Friendly tip!*** I recommend to buy the shrimp with heads on...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2003 by BONCODIN   view full review
The prep time is actually much longer. Cutting up 3 cups of okra and shelling and deveining 2...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 3, 2007 by eerodgers23   view full review
I thought this was a pretty good recipe once you add some flavor to it. I added some Tony...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 27, 2002 by TEXSHANE42   view full review
overall easy,not bad for time to cook.very enjoyable. thanx
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 17, 2006 by Kimber   view full review
I did change a couple of things on it though. I added Tony's seasoning along with the salt...

 

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