Shrimp-Crabmeat and Okra Gumbo

Shrimp-Crabmeat and Okra Gumbo… This yummy gumbo is a cozy Southern stew packed with juicy shrimp, sweet crabmeat, and crunchy okra. It bubbles with tasty spices, veggies, and a rich gravy. Perfect for family dinners! Cook it up hot, spoon it over fluffy rice, and sprinkle parsley for a fresh kick. Super easy and full of flavor!

What You Need

• 300 g shrimp (cleaned, no shells or tails)

• 200 g crabmeat

• 2 cups okra, cut into slices

• 1 cup cooked white rice (to serve on top)

• 1 small onion, chopped small

• 1 green bell pepper, chopped

• 2 celery sticks, chopped

• 3 garlic cloves, chopped tiny

• 4 cups seafood or chicken broth

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

• 2 tbsp flour

• 1 can chopped tomatoes (you can skip if you want)

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (make it less spicy if you like)

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• 1 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

How to Make Shrimp-Crabmeat and Okra Gumbo

1. Put oil in a big pot on medium heat. Add flour and stir until it gets dark brown. This makes the yummy base called roux.

2. Toss in onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook till soft. Add garlic and stir a bit.

3. Slowly pour in broth. Keep stirring so it’s smooth.

4. Mix in okra, tomatoes (if you use them), paprika, cayenne, thyme, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Let it bubble softly for 20-25 minutes till it gets thicker.

5. Add shrimp and crabmeat. Cook 5-7 minutes till shrimp turn pink and are done.

6. Serve hot over rice. Sprinkle parsley on top!