Rouxless Gumbo
Bell pepper, onions, and celery.
Recipe Summary Rouxless Gumbo
Gumbo has a history of being made with roux, but my Mom's recipe didn't have it. Now it is my most requested item at work, tailgating parties, and at home. The vegetables really shine in this gumbo!Ingredients | Cajun Rabbit Gumbo Recipe1 (2 to 3 pound) whole chicken1 tablespoon butter1 large onion, chopped1 green bell pepper, chopped2 stalks celery, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes½ (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained2 cups sliced andouille sausage2 cups okra¾ cup frozen cornsalt to tasteground black pepper to taste½ teaspoon cayenne pepper1 cup uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (Optional)2 teaspoons file powder4 cups cooked riceDirectionsPlace chicken in a large pot; add enough water to cover. Cover pot and bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until meat falls off the bone, about 90 minutes. Remove chicken, let cool, and shred meat; skim broth and reserve.Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onions, bell pepper, and celery until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add diced tomatoes, tomatoes with green chilies, andouille sausage, okra, corn, salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, and reserved broth; bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Simmer until liquid is reduced by half, about 30 minutes.Mix shredded chicken and shrimp into skillet; simmer until shrimp turns bright pink and okra is tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove skillet from heat and stir in file powder. Serve with rice.Info | Cajun Rabbit Gumbo Recipeprep: 15 mins cook: 2 hrs 10 mins total: 2 hrs 25 mins Servings: 12 Yield: 12 servings
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