Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 pounds of large shrimp (cleaned and deveined)
- 1 cup of dried gumbo file (also known as sassafras leaves)
- 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon of dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon of black pepper
- 2 sticks of celery (chopped)
- 2 bell peppers (chopped)
- 3 cloves of garlic (crushed)
- 3 cups of chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons of salt (or as needed to taste)
- 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil for cooking
Preparation Time: 45 minutes (preparation time only, does not include cooking time)
Cooking Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil.
- Add the chopped celery, bell peppers, and garlic. Saute until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the flour and stir well to combine. This will help create a roux (a thickener for the gumbo).
- Once the roux is smooth, gradually add the chicken broth while stirring continuously.
- Add the gumbo file, oregano, and black pepper. Stir well and let it cook for about 5 minutes.
- Add the cleaned shrimp and let them cook for about 8-10 minutes or until they turn pink.
- Lastly, season with salt and add the chopped parsley for flavor and color.
- Serve hot with rice or bread of your choice.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: 350 kcal
Fat: 16g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 30g
Fiber: 3g
(Note: Nutritional information may vary depending on specific ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- The dish has a rich and spicy flavor due to the gumbo file and black pepper.
- The shrimp are cooked to perfection, tender and juicy.
- The roux gives the dish a creamy and hearty texture.
User Comments:
- "This is an excellent dish! The flavor is amazing and the shrimp are cooked perfectly."
- "I love the combination of flavors in this gumbo. It's a great dish for a family gathering."
- "The roux really thickened the gumbo and gave it a creamy texture that I really enjoyed."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use large shrimp that are cleaned and deveined properly to avoid any sandiness or unpleasant taste.
- Adjust the seasoning, especially the salt, according to your preference.
- If you want to add more heat to the dish, you can increase the amount of gumbo file or add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
