Comforting Shrimp + Sausage Gumbo Recipe
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of this Comforting Shrimp + Sausage Gumbo. Bursting with spices, tender shrimp, and smoky sausage, this classic Louisiana dish wraps you in warmth and satisfaction. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, serve it alongside crusty bread or over fluffy rice for a delightful culinary experience that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Louisiana
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh or frozen shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb smoked sausage (preferably Andouille), sliced
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (green and red)
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup sliced okra (fresh or frozen)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove sausage, leaving drippings in the pot.
- In the same pot, sauté onions, bell peppers, celery, and garlic until softened (about 7 minutes).
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, and canned tomatoes. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Add okra and shrimp to the pot; cook until shrimp are pink and opaque (approximately 5 minutes).
- Serve hot in bowls with chopped green onions on top if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg