EASY SHRIMP AND SAUSAGE GUMBO | RICHARD IN THE KITCHEN

sausage

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

okra

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: frozen okra

Zucchini is lower in calories and can mimic texture.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lighter and can be made easily.

file powder

💰Cheaper: gumbo seasoning

Gumbo seasoning is easier to find and adds similar flavors.

Sear andouille sausage in a pot until browned, then set aside.

Make a roux by mixing equal amounts of oil and all-purpose flour, stirring continuously for 30 to 45 minutes until it reaches a chocolate milk color.

Add diced onion, celery, and green bell pepper to the roux along with okra and garlic, stirring to combine.

Add chicken broth, hot sauce, and a hot pepper to the mixture.

Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.

Add cooked peeled deveined shrimp and stir until warmed through, about 10 minutes.

Serve over a bed of white rice and garnish with green onion and chives.

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