How to Make a Brick Roux - Make a Dark Roux, Gumbo Roux Recipe

andouille sausage

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken breast is leaner, while canned tuna is more affordable.

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🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: green beans

Zucchini offers similar texture and is often less expensive.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and bouillon is cost-effective.

Combine equal parts fat and flour in a cast iron pan.

Cook over heat, stirring continuously until the mixture reaches a dark brick color.

Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly, noting that carryover cooking will continue to darken the roux.

Store in the refrigerator or freezer for later use.

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