Southern Seafood Gumbo: Easy Crab and Shrimp Delight for All
A delicious blend of crab and shrimp in a savory gumbo, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 pound crab meat
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups okra, sliced
- 2 teaspoons gumbo seasoning
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add flour and stir constantly to make a roux until it becomes a dark brown color.
- Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic; sauté for 5 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the okra, crab meat, and shrimp.
- Add gumbo seasoning, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve over cooked rice.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase the cayenne pepper.
- Use fresh seafood for the best flavor.