SHRIMP AND OKRA GUMBO

Shrimp and Okra Gumbo image

This isn't your typical roux based gumbo. The okra is what thickens this gumbo - very traditional for the older generation of Louisiana. The real flavor from cooking down all the vegetables is fabulous. The tomato pulls it all together. By adding them at the end, the shrimp are cooked to perfection. Pure southern Louisiana...

Provided by Betty Campisi

Categories Seafood

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Ingredients

2 lb shrimp
2 lb okra (sliced)
2 medium onion chopped
1/4 c chopped bell pepper
1/4 c chopped celery
4 Tbsp oil
1 can(s) small tomato sauce
2 c water, warm
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Mix okra, onions, bell pepper and celery in oil and smother for 30 minutes.
2. Add tomato sauce and water.
3. Add shrimp and season to taste.
4. Cook about 15 minutes. Can also add water, as needed, if consistency is too thick.
5. Serve with cooked rice.

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