Aprile's Kitchen

Dive into the rich and flavorful world of Shrimp Gumbo, a classic dish that beautifully balances savory spices and fresh ingredients. This hearty stew, brimming with succulent shrimp and vibrant vegetables, is perfect for warming up any gathering or simply indulging in a comforting meal at home.

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup flour
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup onion, chopped
• 1/3 cup celery, chopped
• 1/3 cup green pepper, chopped
• 1/3 cup red pepper, chopped
• 1 medium tomato, chopped
• 1/3 cup zucchini, chopped
• 1/3 cup yellow summer squash, chopped
• 4 medium cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
• 3 cups vegetable or fish broth (find my vegetable broth recipes HERE)
• 1 1/2 cup okra, thinly sliced
• 2 bay leaves
• 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
• 3 tablespoons file
• 3 cups cooked white rice

Instructions

1. Make a roux by combining the flour and oil in large cast iron pot and heating over medium heat, stirring constantly until it turns a copper penny brown color
2. Add the onion, celery, green pepper, red pepper, tomato, zucchini, squash, and garlic. Sauté until slightly tender.
3. Add the shrimp, black pepper, and cayenne. Saute until shrimp begins to turn pink
4. Add the broth, okra, bay leaves, parsley, file. Simmer for 10 minutes
5. Serve by placing half a cup of white rice in a bowl and pour 1-2 large ladles of gumbo over the top.