This classic Cajun dish with sliced smoked sausage, shrimp, bell peppers and okra in a rich broth is ladled into bowls over rice.
Preparation Time
20 mins
Cooking Time
45 mins
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
Calories
486 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Cut sausage into 1/2-inch slices; set aside.
Step 2
Combine flour and oil in a 4 quart heavy saucepan; mixing until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat 3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until roux is a dark reddish brown.
Step 3
Stir in onion, bell peppers, celery, okra and garlic; cook and stir 8-10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in Cajun seasoning.
Step 4
Stir in chicken broth; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1 minute. Reduce heat to low; stir in sausage, pepper sauce, black pepper and salt to taste. Simmer, covered 15 minutes. Remove cover.
Step 5
Bring to a boil; add shrimp and cook 3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink.