Sen. Ellender’S Shrimp Gumbo

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A rich, Louisiana-style seafood gumbo with okra, shrimp, crab, and oysters
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This hearty Sen. Ellender’s Shrimp Gumbo is a classic Louisiana comfort food that brings the deep flavors of the bayou to your kitchen. The base relies on a savory “Basic Sauce” (typically a roux or stock blend), thickened naturally by smothered okra. Loaded with three types of seafood&# 226;€”peeled shrimp, sweet crab meat, and plump oysters—this dish offers a luxurious texture and complex briny flavor profile. The addition of fresh onion tops and parsley at the end brightens the rich, slow-cooked broth. Perfect served over steamed white rice, this gumbo is ideal for family gatherings, potlucks, or a special weekend dinner where you want to indulge in authentic Southern hospitality. It’s a one-pot wonder that requires patience but rewards you with every spoonful.

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Sen. Ellender’S Shrimp Gumbo

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 570.7

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This hearty Sen. Ellender's Shrimp Gumbo is a classic Louisiana comfort food that brings the deep flavors of the bayou to your kitchen. The base relies on a savory "Basic Sauce" (typically a roux or stock blend), thickened naturally by smothered okra. Loaded with three types of seafood&# 226;€”peeled shrimp, sweet crab meat, and plump oysters—this dish offers a luxurious texture and complex briny flavor profile. The addition of fresh onion tops and parsley at the end brightens the rich, slow-cooked broth. Perfect served over steamed white rice, this gumbo is ideal for family gatherings, potlucks, or a special weekend dinner where you want to indulge in authentic Southern hospitality. It’s a one-pot wonder that requires patience but rewards you with every spoonful.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Slice the okra into small, thin circles.
  2. Heat the fat in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  3. Add the sliced okra to the pot and smother it by cooking slowly, stirring often, until it loses its slimy texture and is no longer ropy.
  4. Stir in the Ellender's Basic Sauce and let the mixture simmer gently for at least 20 minutes to meld the flavors.
  5. Add the peeled shrimp and crab meat to the pot.
  6. After about 10 minutes, gently fold in the oysters.
  7. Add enough water to achieve a soupy, stew-like consistency.
  8. Bring the gumbo to a boil, then reduce heat and cook for an additional 20 minutes.
  9. Ten minutes before serving, stir in the chopped onion tops and parsley.
  10. Serve hot over steamed rice in soup bowls.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 570.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.7g11%
Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
Cholesterol 664.1mg222%
Sodium 1798.7mg75%
Total Carbohydrate 28.0g10%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g38%
Sugars 6.2g
Protein 105.3g211%

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

Keywords: gumbo, seafood, shrimp, crab, oysters, okra, louisiana, cajun, creole, southern, comfort food, stew, rice, ellender, traditional, hearty, spicy, umami
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