Gumbo gets its name from the African word for okra, a standardgumbo ingredient which helps to thicken the soup. But don't cook okra long or it twill turn stringy.
Directions:
Fry bacon until crispin a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Remove, drain on paper towels, andset aside. Pour off bacon drippings, reserving 5 T. Return the pot to theburner.
Peel and devein shrimp. Slice shrimp in half lengthwise. It will curl up like a corkscrew when cooked
Saute shrimp in 2 T. drippings for 3 min.over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove shrimp and set aside.
Sauteonion, celery, bell pepper, and garlic in 3 T. drippings for 3 to 4 minutes,stirring constantly.
Combine flour and seasonings; stir into vegetables. Cook2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Deglaze with lemon juice, sherry, and Worcestershire, scraping up bits from the bottom of the pot.
Add the broth,and rice. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and cook 20 minutes.
Stir in okra, scallions, shrimp, and bacon. Remove from heat and letsit for 5 minutes.
Garnish with celery leaves.
Makes: 8 Cups
Recipe By: George Ross
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Serving Size: 1 Serving (626g) | ||
Recipe Makes: 4 | ||
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Calories: 535 | ||
Calories from Fat: 203 (38%) | ||
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Amt Per Serving | % DV | |
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Total Fat 22.6g | 30 % | |
Saturated Fat 6.9g | 35 % | |
Monounsaturated Fat 8.9g | ||
Polyunsanturated Fat 3.4g | ||
Cholesterol 198.8mg | 61 % | |
Sodium 2005.7mg | 69 % | |
Potassium 870.4mg | 23 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 46.4g | 14 % | |
Dietary Fiber 5.1g | 20 % | |
Sugars, other 41.3g | ||
Protein 34.6g | 49 % | |
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Calories per serving: 535
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