Duck and Sausage Gumbo

Step 1

Cut duck into 2-inch pieces. Cut sausage into 1/2-inch coins.

Step 2

Heat 3 tbsp oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high until shimmering, ~90 seconds.

Step 3

Sear duck pieces 3 minutes per side without moving — skin should render and edges brown.

Step 4

Transfer duck to a plate. Add sausage, cook 2 minutes per side until browned edges form.

Step 5

Transfer sausage to the plate with duck. Keep 2 tbsp fat in the pot.

Step 6

Reduce heat to medium-low. Whisk flour into fat until smooth, then stir constantly, ~8 minutes, until deep chocolate brown.

Step 7

Add onion, celery, and bell pepper to the roux. Stir for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 8

Pour in broth slowly, stirring constantly to keep the roux smooth, ~2 minutes.

Step 9

Return duck and sausage to the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low.

Step 10

Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until duck is tender.

Step 11

Add okra and cook 8 minutes more until okra softens and gumbo thickens slightly.

Step 12

Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne to taste. Serve hot in bowls.