Nitrate & Nitrite Free Dutch Oven Gumbo
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6 servings
For the roux
- ½ cup neutral oil (such as vegetable or canola oil)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
For the gumbo
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 stalks celery, finely diced
- 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 12 oz andouille sausage, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 2 tsp cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 lb large shrimp (31–40 count), peeled and deveined
- 1 cup frozen okra, sliced
- 1 tbsp filé powder
- salt and pepper, to taste
For serving
- 3 cups cooked long-grain white rice, for serving
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced (optional)
- hot sauce, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oil in a 5–6 qt Dutch oven over medium heat until it shimmers. Add the flour all at once and stir constantly with a wooden spoon or heat-resistant spatula, keeping the heat at medium, until the roux deepens to a rich chocolate-brown color — the shade of dark cocoa powder — about 25–35 minutes. Watch closely and reduce the heat slightly if the roux begins to smell scorched rather than nutty.
- 2
Add the onion, celery, and bell pepper to the roux and stir to coat. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent, about 6–8 minutes.
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