Sunday, October 12: NATIONAL GUMBO DAY OKRA BABY! The Ultimately Simple Shrimp Gumbo Recipe: 2 pounds large shrimp - peeled and deveined OR whole 1 pound of smoked sausage (mild or spicy) Salt and pepper to taste Cayenne pepper to taste 1/2 cup olive oil 2 pounds sliced okra 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tomato, chopped 1 cup chopped onion 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper 8 cups water for thick stock 10 cups for thinner 1/2 cup chopped green onion Season the shrimp with salt, pepper and cayenne to taste and set aside. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the okra and sauté for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the tomato paste, tomato, onion, garlic, celery and green bell pepper and sauté for 15 more minutes. 2.Add the water and season to taste. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes. Add the shrimp and simmer for 20 more minutes. Finally, add the green onion to the soup and stir thoroughly. SERVE WITH YOUR FAVORITE RICE IF DESIRED
Posted on: Sat, 11 Oct 2014 13:00:01 +0000
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