All the gumbos you find that have tomatoes or okra are not cajun. That is creole. These are two completely different cultures. Cajun is a simple, cheap, tasty, country, low swamp land culture. Creole,...
Author: asimplegirl
Once again, there seems to be some mistake between cajun and creole cooking, and then another completely separate group of people trying to replicate a gumbo without thinking. Cajun people do not use tomatoes...
Author: asimplegirl
Here's an easy recipe for nice gumbo that you can play with. I rarely follow recipes as I think cooking should be an adventure and I enjoy the surprise of each preparation's variations. But I like the...
Author: Rob in Malibu
This recipe was a culmination of several recipes that I ran across through the years. It is time consuming but it is worth it. Note: The roux is probably the most important part of making a gumbo, take...
Author: B-B-Q Man
Make and share this Quick & Easy Chicken-Sausage Gumbo recipe from Food.com.
Author: yates02
This is a real SEAFOOD gumbo. No meat in here. This is the best gumbo I've ever had. The crab boil is the key ingredient - do not omit it. The smell will drive you nuts!!! NOTE: If you can't find Crab...
Author: papergoddess
My husband makes the best gumbo. This is the recipe he uses. Originated from Southern Living but he has changed it up a bit over the years. Makes a lot and freezes well.
Author: ratherbeswimmin
Gumbo you can make on a work day. I prepare all ingredients the night before. Put everything except water and shrimp together and refrigerate. In the morning, put ingredients in the crock pot and add water....
Author: islandgirl77551
Gumbo, the ultimate Cajun food. It's really just a thick stew served with rice, and isn't nearly as difficult or exotic as some TV chefs will make you think it is. Here's the simple, home cooking version...
Author: EmmyDuckie
Make and share this Easy Shrimp Gumbo recipe from Food.com.
Author: Chef Diva Divine
In honor of my destroyed city, here is the real New Orleans chicken and sausage gumbo from my childhood. It doesn't get any better than this.
Author: spaghetti_soprano
Make and share this Louisiana Shrimp Gumbo recipe from Food.com.
Author: Boomette
Beautifully presented in fine New Orleans style, this recipe appeared in the Spring/99 issue of Gusto Magazine, compliments of executive chef Richard Benz, Upperline Restaurant, New Orleans. A crisp chablis...
Author: TOOLBELT DIVA
Shrimp Gumbo is a fast microwave soup that is quick and easy to prepare. We love it with a loaf of sourdough french bread. I made a few changes to the original recipe from Barbara Kafka's Microwave Gourmet...
Author: ellie_
I have had several people ask me for an authentic chicken gumbo recipe. This is my attempt at a recipe. I didn't realize it until I sat down the try to type this, I don't know HOW I make gumbo!Gumbo isn't...
Author: Malriah
I got this recipe from a relative back in the early '70's we've been enjoying ever since. It won 1st place in our cooking contest at my family reunion. You may want to add a little water or chicken broth...
Author: True Texas
This dish was invented by chef Paul Prudhomme at the legendary New Orleans eatery, K-Paul, in the 1970s. He says its so good, it makes you say YaYa!
Author: Bev I Am
I havent seen too many Okra recipes on Zaar, so i decided to post my favorite. My Grandmother taught me how to make this dish when I was 11, and I've been making it ever since. Its a great along side smothered...
Author: Angie D.
Given to me by a friend, altered slightly by adding cajun seasoning & Ro-tel tomatoes. Serve over rice.
Author: dee2jones
Just keeping this here so that I can prepare it in the future. It looked so good when he made it on tv.
Author: gobruijns
Make and share this Sloppy Joes With Chicken Gumbo recipe from Food.com.
Author: L DJ3309
Make and share this Shrimp, Okra and Andouille Smoked Sausage Gumbo recipe from Food.com.
Author: sherman44444
This is the only method I've used for making roux for over 20 years! It's very quick and has always given me a perfect dark brown roux. I usually will just make the flour and oil part (in whatever proportions...
Author: Leslie in Texas
This is my husbands recipe for chicken and sausage gumbo, our 5 daughters will always come for a visit when he makes this, it comes out perfect every time. Secret is in the seasoning, he claims you have...
Author: cajun chef in Louis
Make and share this Crock Pot Chicken and Sausage Gumbo With Shrimp recipe from Food.com.
Author: Rita1652
I have yet to try this recipe but it looks pretty good. I got it off of a website called realcajunrecipes.com. It calls for noodles but you can obviously use rice instead if you like. Posted for ZWT5
Author: Leahs Kitchen
I developed this recipe specifically with my childrens' palates in mind. As a child of a Louisiana native, I grew up with gumbo. We enjoyed so many varieties, but I remember as a child that sometimes they...
Author: PhoenixReborn
A smokey, spicy, seafood Jambalaya. I made with brown rice because that is what we enjoy, please do use your favorite rice but adjust liquid and cooking times accordingly. Do check out Recipe #477279,...
Author: Rita1652
Make and share this Chicken And Okra Gumbo recipe from Food.com.
Author: Gingerbear
Growing up in Louisiana, My momma called her version of this the poor mans gumbo. I have taken the liberty to make a few changes, such as using boneless-skinless chicken breasts instead of the whole chicken....
Author: MelodyOHare
The perfect Gumbo. I adopted this recipe in September, 2006. It is the best gumbo recipe I have ever tried.
Author: Julie in TX
I cant wait until November each year when I know I will have a turkey carcass that I can use in this recipe. My kids also look forward to this every year
Author: MissPenny
Low calorie and filling vegetable soup which makes an easy dinner by itself or with grilled cheese sandwiches. This recipe needs a large (5 quart or larger) slow cooker/crock pot. Recipe source: The Healthy...
Author: ellie_
Make and share this Shrimp and Crab Gumbo recipe from Food.com.
Author: LMillerRN
This might not be true Cajun but it is quite good! The best gumbo needs time to cook, so make this recipe when you have some time, it will take just over 3 hours to make, that is including boiling the...
Author: Kittencalrecipezazz
This is the most requested dinner for one of my family members, who spent some time working in the Big Easy. He swears it's the most authentic this side of the Mississippi.
Author: chef 493847
Duck and Andouille Gumbo, I prefer using wild duck but if that is not available to you store bought duck will work fine. The recipe calls for one duck, that is one large store bought duck. I used wild...
Author: Gumbo1
A New Orleans original! True comfort food for any Cajun. I dug this recipe up for *Denise*. I'm not sure where it came from but I think it is my sister's.
Author: Malriah
This is SO simple, either crock pot or stovetop! A friend of mine served this a few weeks ago on a very cold Sunday and I've made it three times since! Spice it up or tone it down as you like. I like spicy...
Author: Rise3834
This is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken. Very similar to traditional gumbo, this is a quick and easy alternative - a thick, hearty gumbo that can be spiced up even more at the table with...
Author: Just Call Me Martha
I know, another gumbo recipe....This one is from 'Plantation Celebrations', the cookbook I received from the best swap partner ever, Luby, in the latest swap. The addition of the shrimp was my idea. I...
Author: Hey Jude
Hybrid of a classic dish. Hands-down the best gumbo I've ever made or eaten. Served best over potato salad or rice. Yes, gumbo on potato salad is delicious! This was for our wedding rehearsal dinner; for...
Author: The Arringtons
Found on the internet, cannot give credit to the author. This is wonderful, we have made this several times. This makes a small batch, a good size for two people. Will need to double for more than two....
Author: Denise
This is the BEST gumbo I have ever had. (No okra!) Hearty and classic. If you can't find andouille, use a good smoked sausage or kielbasa. The gravy is so rich, have lots of bread to sop it up. A friend...
Author: Pebbles
We actually had this during our last trip to Turkey. This recipe is incredibly simple and easy to prepare - exactly as it is intended to be. Olives may be used as a garnish, if desired.
Author: - Carla -
Make and share this Creole-Style Shrimp and Sausage Gumbo recipe from Food.com.
Author: ratherbeswimmin