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

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
Step 2
Add onion and celery, stirring occasionally until softened, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Pour in tomatoes with their juice and broth, stirring to combine.
Step 4
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
Step 5
Add okra and simmer until tender and the broth darkens slightly, 8 minutes.
Step 6
Stir in shrimp and crab, cooking until shrimp turn pink, 4–5 minutes.
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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