Feb 26, 2021 · Today’s version is a Seafood Gumbo packed with shrimp, crab and littleneck clams. No matter the type of gumbo you eventually plan to make, the basic steps are always the same. The first element is a dark roux. Roux is a critical component of many Cajun dishes, and making a roux isn’t all that difficult. However, you need to stir it. A lot.

Sep 23, 2019 · This easy Seafood Gumbo recipe is made with fresh shrimp chopped into bite size pieces, lump crab and crab claw meat, and clams. I make my Seafood Gumbo without sausage because we don't have andouille sausage around here, and also we love seafood and I didn't feel like it would need sausage.

Sep 19, 2021 · Whether you make your seafood gumbo with shrimp, crawfish, catfish, or even oysters it will be a fan favorite at your next gameday or dinner party. Use a variety of seafood, buying whatever looks the freshest.

Feb 5, 2023 · This gumbo from chef-owner Donald Link of Herbsaint in New Orleans owes its flavor to the roux, a mix of flour and oil that's cooked until it's coffee-colored.

Jul 6, 2022 · Authentic Louisiana seafood gumbo has several ingredients that make it a true gumbo. Crawfish (or crayfish) are tiny crustaceans that resemble baby lobsters. Most of the crawfish's meat is in its tail, but, there's tasty stuff in its head as well.

Jan 25, 2025 · Elevate your cooking with a savory New Orleans seafood gumbo with clam juice. Discover the secrets to crafting an authentic Southern gumbo delight.

In a large soup pot bring chicken broth, clam juice and reserved shrimp shells (don't forget the shells - they add lots of flavor) to a boil and then cook for 10 minutes or so. Remove shells and discard. Stir in vegetable mixture into broth and cook until thickened over medium heat.

Transfer to a serving bowl and serve over white rice, if desired. A flavorful seafood stew that's great over rice.

Aug 5, 2020 · This gumbo starts with a medium-dark roux and the "Cajun Trinity": diced celery, bell pepper and onion. The reserved shrimp shells take a quick bath in the clam juice and broth mixture, making the gumbo super flavorful.