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Quick Seafood Gumbo

A streamlined gumbo with shrimp, crab, and okra simmered in a rich tomato-and-broth base. Ready in under 45 minutes without the traditional roux.

Total time
40 min
Servings
4
Calories
285
Protein
32g
Quick Seafood Gumbo
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.

  2. Step 2

    Add onion and celery, stirring occasionally until softened, about 5 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in tomatoes with their juice and broth, stirring to combine.

  4. Step 4

    Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Add okra and simmer until tender and the broth darkens slightly, 8 minutes.

  6. Step 6

    Stir in shrimp and crab, cooking until shrimp turn pink, 4–5 minutes.

  7. Step 7

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

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (5-quart minimum)
  • wooden spoon
  • measuring cups and spoons

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