Compared to other methods of preparing gumbo this one is relatively quick and simple. The results however are top-notch and sure to please. Serve with rice.
Preparation Time
20 mins
Cooking Time
6 hr
Total Time
6 hr 20 mins
Calories
447 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Pour water into a slow cooker.
Step 2
Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Whisk in the flour to form a thick paste until smooth, about 3 minutes.
Step 3
Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking, whisking constantly, until the flour turns a dark reddish-brown roux, about 15 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Step 4
Stir in the roux, sausage, chicken, okra, onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Step 5
Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 7 hours.
Step 6
Skim off fat with a spoon.
Ingredients
½ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup vegetable oil
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup chopped onion
3 cups water
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups cubed cooked chicken
2 cups sliced okra
¾ pound smoked sausage, quartered lengthwise and sliced
