Girl, let me tell you about this mouthwatering Louisiana dish that’ll have your family thinking you’ve been secretly taking cooking classes in New Orleans! This Creole Shrimp and Andouille Sausage Gumbo is pure magic in a pot, and I’m spilling all the tea on how to make it perfect.
Y’all, the secret to any good gumbo starts with a roux, and don’t let anyone tell you different! Trust me, I learned this the hard way after some kitchen disasters that we won’t talk about today 😅
Here’s what you’ll need (and honey, don’t skip any ingredients):
– 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 lb andouille sausage, sliced
– 1 cup vegetable oil
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 large onions, diced
– 2 green bell peppers, chopped
– 4 celery stalks, diced
– 6 garlic cloves, minced
– 8 cups seafood stock
– 2 bay leaves
– 2 tablespoons Creole seasoning
– File powder for serving
Now, let’s get cooking! First things first, pour yourself a glass of wine (optional, but highly recommended 😉).
1. Start with your roux – this is where the magic happens! Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Gradually add flour, stirring constantly. Y’all, this part takes patience – about 20-25 minutes until it’s dark chocolate brown. Don’t you dare walk away from it!
1. Add your holy trinity (onions, bell peppers, celery) and garlic. Cook until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. The smell right now? Heaven!
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1. Slowly add your seafood stock, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Add bay leaves and Creole seasoning.
1. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 1 hour. This is when all those flavors get to know each other real nice and personal-like.
1. Add andouille sausage and cook for 15 minutes.
1. Finally, add those beautiful shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 3-5 minutes. Don’t overcook them, or we’ll have words!
Serve over hot rice with file powder and crusty French bread. I like to add a dash of hot sauce because, honey, we’re not playing around here!
Y’all, this gumbo is so good it’ll make your tongue slap your brains out! It’s perfect for family gatherings, date nights, or just when you’re feeling fancy on a Tuesday.
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Until next time, keep cooking with love and a little sass! 💋🍴
