Some cooks swear by okra, while others use filé to thicken their gumbo. Whatever you choose, you'll love these authentic recipes.
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This spicy and flavorful gumbo is best served over rice. It's a nice change from gumbos cooked with a roux.
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"This is a recipe for a classic, dark brown, shrimp gumbo in true Louisiana Cajun country fashion. Serve over rice."
A good gumbo starts with a properly cooked roux. Dark roux gives your gumbo a silky-smooth body and a nutty flavor.
See how to make a classic New Orleans gumbo in this video.
Gumbo is one of the most famous dishes resulting from Louisiana's shared Creole-Cajun heritage. Learn about the gumbo "holy trinity."
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