Cajun seafood gumbo recipe

Details

• Cuisine: Cajun
• Recipe Type: Gumbo
• Difficulty: Easy
• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 150 mins
• Serves: 8

Step-by-step

1. In a large saucepan (non-cast iron), heat 120ml of the oil over medium heat. Add the okra and cook, stirring frequently, for 30 minutes, or until it is no longer slimy.
2. Add the vinegar and cook, stirring, for another 10 minutes, until the okra takes on a brownish color and is reduced to about a quarter of its original volume. Transfer the okra to a medium bowl and set aside.
3. In a large stockpot, bring the water to a boil over high heat.
4. Meanwhile, add the remaining 60ml oil to the saucepan and heat over medium-high heat.
5. Add the ham and cook for about 10 minutes, or until it is lightly browned. With a slotted spoon, transfer the ham to the stockpot.
6. Add the onions, celery, garlic, and bell pepper to the saucepan and cook, stirring constantly, for 10 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
7. Add the vegetables, okra, and tomatoes to the stockpot. Cover and simmer over medium heat for 1 hour, or until the vegetables are very tender.
8. Reduce the heat to very low, add the shrimp, and simmer very slowly for 10 minutes.
9. Add the crabmeat and Tabasco sauce and simmer for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, to blend flavours.

This recipe has been created by chef Eula Mae Doré to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Tabasco sauce.