Shrimp and Okra Gumbo

Ingredients and Weight:

• Shrimp, peeled and deveined: 1 pound
• Okra, sliced: 1 pound
• Yellow onion, chopped: 1 medium
• Green bell pepper, chopped: 1 medium
• Celery, chopped: 1 stalk
• Garlic, minced: 2 cloves
• Chicken broth: 6 cups
• Tomato paste: 1/4 cup
• Worcestershire sauce: 1 tablespoon
• Smoked paprika: 1 teaspoon
• Thyme, dried: 1 teaspoon
• Bay leaf: 1
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Cooked rice, for serving: 1 cup

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

60 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat, heat the olive oil.
2. Add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.
3. Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, thyme, and bay leaf and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
6. Add the shrimp and okra and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through and the okra is tender.
7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Ladle over cooked rice and serve hot.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and flavorful with a balance of sweet, sour, and savory notes.
• Packed with vegetables and protein for a nutritious and satisfying meal.
• Easy to make with readily available ingredients.

User Comments:

• "This gumbo is absolutely delicious! The flavors are perfect and the shrimp are cooked to perfection."
• "I'm not usually a fan of okra, but this gumbo changed my mind. It was so tender and flavorful."
• "This is the best shrimp and okra gumbo I've ever had. It's definitely going to be a regular in my recipe rotation."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have okra, you can substitute green beans or bell peppers.
• For a spicier gumbo, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
• Serve the gumbo with cornbread or crusty bread for dipping.