Delicious homemade CROCKPOT GUMBO recipe, easy to prepare and full of flavor!
CROCKPOT GUMBO
Delicious homemade CROCKPOT GUMBO recipe, easy to prepare and full of flavor!
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons flour3 tablespoons oil1/2 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/2 inch slices2 cups frozen cut okra1 large onion, chopped1 large green bell pepper, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced1/4 teaspoon ground red cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (14.5 ounce size) diced tomatoes, undrained1 package (12 ounce size) frozen shelled deveined cooked medium shrimp, rinsed1 1/2 cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice3 cups water
Instructions
- In small saucepan, combine flour and oil; mix well. Cook, stirring constantly, over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. This is your Roux. Reduce heat to medium; cook, stirring constantly, about 10 minutes or until mixture turns reddish brown. Place flour-oil mixture in 3 1/2 to 4 quart Crockpot.Stir in all remaining ingredients except shrimp, rice and water. Cover; cook on low setting for 7-9 hours. When ready to serve, cook rice in water as directed on package. Meanwhile, add shrimp to gumbo mixture in Crockpot; mix well. Cover; cook on low setting for additional 20 minutes. Serve gumbo over rice.
Tips for the Best CROCKPOT GUMBO
- Pre-heat & Prep: Always gather all ingredients before cooking crockpot gumbo.
- Flavor Adjustment: Adjust seasoning to taste near the end of cooking.
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.