Shrimp-Okra Gumbo
Ingredients
- 4 cups okra, freshly cut or frozen
- 1/2 cup oil
- 3/4 cup flour
- 3/4 cup oil
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 3/4 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup celery, chopped
- 4 quarts water
- salt & pepper to taste
- 2 pounds shrimp, peeled
- 1/2 cup green onion, chopped
Directions
Smother okra in oil for about 20 minutes on medium heat, stirring constantly not to burn. In a large pot, make a roux by browning the flour and oil until they reach a medium brown color. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery and sauté until they wilt. Add okra and water and season with salt and pepper. Cook on medium heat for 1 hour. Add shrimp and green onion tops. Cook for 20 minutes at medium boil. Serve over rice. Serves 6.
Ms. Lucy's Shrimp-Okra Gumbo