Crab Gumbo

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rich, tomato-based seafood stew featuring tender crab and okra, perfect for a cozy dinner.
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This Crab Gumbo is a comforting American-style stew that brings the warmth of home cooking to your table. Featuring a savory blend of diced tomatoes, earthy okra, and the classic “holy trinity” of onion, celery, and garlic, this dish delivers deep, aromatic flavors in every spoonful. The gentle sweetness of the crabmeat pairs beautifully with the bright acidity of the tomatoes and the subtle heat from chili powder and pepper. It’s a hearty, satisfying meal that feels special yet is simple enough for a weeknight. Serve it ladled over hot steamed rice to soak up the delicious, thickened broth. This recipe is ideal for family dinners or when you crave something warm, rich, and deeply flavorful without spending hours in the kitchen.

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Crab Gumbo

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 242.6

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This Crab Gumbo is a comforting American-style stew that brings the warmth of home cooking to your table. Featuring a savory blend of diced tomatoes, earthy okra, and the classic "holy trinity" of onion, celery, and garlic, this dish delivers deep, aromatic flavors in every spoonful. The gentle sweetness of the crabmeat pairs beautifully with the bright acidity of the tomatoes and the subtle heat from chili powder and pepper. It&# 226;ÂÂs a hearty, satisfying meal that feels special yet is simple enough for a weeknight. Serve it ladled over hot steamed rice to soak up the delicious, thickened broth. This recipe is ideal for family dinners or when you crave something warm, rich, and deeply flavorful without spending hours in the kitchen.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Carefully pick through the crabmeat to remove any shells or cartilage, then set aside.
  2. In a large 4 or 5-quart pot, melt the butter or margarine over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped onion, celery, and garlic to the pot and sauté until the vegetables are tender and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the canned whole tomatoes, frozen okra, bay leaf, salt, sugar, thyme, chili powder, and pepper.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Remove the bay leaf, then gently fold in the prepared crabmeat.
  7. Heat through for 2-3 minutes, being careful not to overcook the crab.
  8. Serve hot, ladled over steamed white rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 242.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.8g19%
Saturated Fat 3.6g18%
Cholesterol 80.6mg27%
Sodium 497.1mg21%
Total Carbohydrate 11.5g4%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g6%
Sugars 1.6g
Protein 22.5g45%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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