I’m sharing my “Mama’s Shortcut Gumbo Recipe” for a great tasting gumbo that will leave them licking their fingers. Traditionally gumbo has taken me very long to make. It’s because of all the ingredients that were cooked separately then added to the soup. I’ve learned recently from my Godmother in Louisiana that she’s been taking a shortcut. I was like “What?” I could not believe it, no one ever told me this. It’s a game changer.
Give yourself about about 45 minutes and you will be ready to serve gumbo hot and delicious.
I am so excited to share it with you mommas out there who are pressed for time on all ends. A great tasting gumbo does not have to take long to make.
Note, I don’t cook using actual measurements, it is by site & taste. I’ve tried my best to give you exact measurements below. Feel free to adjust to your taste.
1. Lightly season and sauté in butter 1 lb of shrimp then set aside (Can be substituted with olive oil)
2. Boil 1 lb sausage of choice and set aside (I use beef sausage)
3. 1/2 cup Onion, Reb Bell Pepper, Green Bell Pepper & 1/4 cup Green Onions. Chop & sauté all in a large pot with butter & vegetable oil.
4. Add 15 – 20 chicken wings until brown
5. Add 5 cups of chicken broth and boil until you think the chicken is ready (add more broth if needed)
6. Mix together 1 package of Gumbo Roux (by Mam Papaul’s) and 1/4 cup of Gumbo Base (by Zatarains) add in some liquid from the pot until the powers become a paste then pour into the pot. Now add in sausage
7. Cook all together on a medium fire until Gumbo has a think gravy consistency. Season to taste. I love to use “Slap Ya Mama” seasoning
8. Add in shrimp (Cook 5 more mins)
Slap Yo Mama seasoning.
Now get ready to serve over hot rice and enjoy! Tag @sofestively on
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With the cancellation of Mardi Gras and the shutdown of New Orleans Bourbon Street, I’ve been craving a piece of Southern Cuisine. This Mama’s Shortcut Gumbo Recipe is a great way to celebrate at home with a delicious meal that feels like a Mardi Gras at home.
Gumbo is a soup and is great when the weather is cool outside, but you can enjoy it anytime. I usually make a large batch and freeze it in single servings to enjoy anytime I want.
Many people add lots of seafood, you can take my Mama’s Shortcut Gumbo recipe and make it your own. Add more meat or more seafood as you prefer.
Now let’s serve the gumbo along side some great wine, whiskey or even a beer like my family usually does. Cheers.
