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Shrimp Gumbo a la Don

By Diana Rattray, About.com

Shrimp gumbo recipe, shared on our forum by DocDonald.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lb Shrimp lg. shelled &
  • 1/3 c Celery, sliced 1/8 -inch thick
  • 2 c Okra, fresh & sliced 1/4-inch thick
  • 2 tb Filé powder
  • 1 ts Tabasco sauce
  • 2 c White wine
  • 1 c Chicken boned, chopped
  • 1/4 c Diced ham
  • 2 Carrots sliced
  • 1 1/2 c Stewed tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 ts Basil
  • 1/2 ts Marjoram
  • 1/2 ts Allspice
  • 1 ts Cream of tartar
  • 4 ea Bay leaves
  • 2 Med.onions coarsely chopped
  • 4 ea Garlic cloves, crushed
  • 6 ea Scallions chopped
  • 2 c Water
  • 4 tb Soy sauce

Preparation:

Pour all liquid ingredients into a large pot and bring to a boil. Add all spices. Boil for 8-10 minutes the add the shrimp. Boil for 15 minutes then add all of the other ingredients. Boil for 3-5 minutes then turn to low heat for 10 minutes. Turn down to simmer for 20-30 minutes. Serve over white or brown rice. Excellent with a good fruit salad and lots of hot, buttered French bread!

Developed in the kitchen of Dr. Donald Houston, circa 1977

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